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Douglas County claims homelessness is “effectively over,” but the data tells a more nuanced story


Douglas County claims homelessness is “effectively over,” but the data tells a more nuanced story

For nearly two years, a response team traveled throughout Douglas County, contacting homeless people – often more than once – to build trust and offer assistance. Now the county claims it has “effectively ended homelessness” and attributes its success to the assistance program and other efforts. Authorities “are pleased to announce that we have virtually […]

Douglas County Sheriff and City of Castle Rock relax fire bans


Douglas County Sheriff and City of Castle Rock relax fire bans

After about a week of strict fire bans, the Douglas County Sheriff and Castle Rock have eased restrictions again. On Friday, officials shortened the list of prohibited activities but remain concerned about the possibility of fires like those along the Front Range. Fires, including the quarry fire in neighboring Jefferson County, forced evacuations this summer […]