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Douglas County says $2.7 million investment in fire suppression helicopter is worth it
Douglas County fire crews experienced a busy weekend as a heat wave warmed the Denver metro area. The agency's fire suppression helicopter responded to several calls, including a destructive brush fire in Byers Arapahoe County, a plane's emergency landing and three smoke checks.CBS Colorado learned more about the resource proving to be instrumental for communities around the metro area by watching the Helitack team demonstrate their approach, which is a combination of aerial and ground firefighting. When a wildfire sparks, every second counts. "We just arrived on scene. I got eyes on the fire. We're going to try to anchor...
Help name Town’s future east-west connector trail
A fitting name may be inspired by nearby geography, flora or fauna, or by a local historical figure. It could be influenced by something else altogether. Whatever comes to mind, the Town wants to know your thoughts regarding what to call an important east-west trail connection to be constructed west of Interstate 25. The trail will link Philip S. Miller Park, western neighborhoods, and the proposed sports development center and Brickyard development, to Downtown Castle Rock.
Black Hills addresses odor in Woodland Park and Monument
(WOODLAND PARK/MONUMENT, Colo.) — Black Hills Energy released a statement about reports of odor issues impacting two Southern Colorado communities. According to Black Hills Energy, the issue was first reported on Sunday, July 14 in Monument. Black Hills Energy has been coordinating with local fire departments because of an increase in calls related to the […]
Voters can complete the property tax cutting job in November | OPINION
Colorado’s soaring property taxes dominated discussions during this year’s legislative session. We worked hard and made significant progress on this issue, and voters can complete the job in November by cutting and capping property taxes statewide. As I met with residents in Monument and around my district, I...
Annual Highlands Ranch Ice Cream Social is Wednesday, August 7
Cool off this summer with $2 all-you-can-eat ice cream treats and snow cones at the Highlands Ranch Metro District's annual Ice Cream Social. Guests can purchase a wristband for $2 (cash only), giving them access to all the frozen treats they can eat. All proceeds from the event benefit Shop with a Cop, a Douglas County Sheriff's Office program that provides holiday gifts for local kids in need.
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