Castle Rock News-Press

07/25/2024

The Rock Church will be allowed to continue offering temporary shelter on its site while its lawsuit against the Town of Castle Rock procedes in federal district court.

The Rock Church will be allowed to continue offering temporary shelter on its site while its lawsuit against the Town of Castle Rock procedes in federal district court. The church sued Castle Rock in May, arguing the town is violating the church’s religious freedom by prohibiting it from offering ...

07/22/2024

The Douglas County High School teacher arrested in June has been charged with the sexual assault of a child.

The Douglas County High School teacher arrested in June has been charged with the sexual assault of a child. James “Jim” Christopher Thomure, 55, was charged Thursday in Douglas County Court. He faces a felony count of sexual assault of a child by a person in a position of trust.  Under Colorad...

07/18/2024

La Famille brings a taste of Paris to Castle Rock, selling baked goods made fresh daily after they are shipped over, frozen, from France weekly.

In the middle of the fresh produce section in the King Soopers on Promenade Parkway is a bakery that elicits the best of French boulangeries with its authentic bread, sandwiches and pastries.  La Famille brings a taste of Paris to Castle Rock, selling baked goods made fresh daily after they are shi...

07/17/2024

It’s not just presidential candidates who will appear on the November ballot. The Castle Rock Town Council has four seats up for election, too, and at least one council member, so far, seeking re-election.

It’s not just presidential candidates who will appear on the November ballot. The Castle Rock Town Council has four seats up for election, too, and at least one council member, so far, seeking re-election. The seats representing Districts 1, 2, 4 and 6 will be on the ballot. The seats are currentl...

07/12/2024

Stage 1 means that prohibited activities include open burning of any kind and the use of fireworks.

Fire restrictions are in effect for Castle Rock and for Douglas County areas outside of city and town boundaries, Here's what that means.

07/11/2024

Castle Rock is moving forward with a youth council that will advise town leaders on matters related to youth issues, including mental health.

Castle Rock is moving forward with a youth council that will advise town leaders on matters related to youth issues, including mental health.  Douglas County, Parker and Lone Tree all have youth councils that work on a variety of similar issues. Some have dedicated budgets for their projects. Castl...

07/11/2024

A brush fire in west Castle Pines was started intentionally by a juvenile but was quickly contained thanks to a resident's call and fast-acting fire crews. No structures were damaged and the case is currently under review. reports further about the incident:

Law enforcement in Douglas County says a juvenile started a fire intentionally in Castle Pines near a residential area.

07/10/2024

Castle Rock Town Council is working to pass a law to regulate the operations of psychedelic mushrooms and other natural medicine businesses in town.

Castle Rock Town Council is working to pass a law to regulate the operations of psychedelic mushrooms and other natural medicine businesses in town.  In 2022, Colorado voters approved the decriminalization of the use of psilocybin and other plants for people 21 and older. Since then, the legislatur...

07/05/2024

The youth sports community has been raising concerns for weeks about a plan that would cut some sports areas at Douglas County Fairgrounds Regional Park. Officials say it is time for renovations and demand for space at the events destination has exceeded capacity.

Amid concerns over youth sports losing space at fairgrounds park, Douglas County leaders pointed to possible locations for new fields.

07/02/2024

The building that will house Castle Rock’s first cancer center has been officially named after the Schrader family, who made the largest donation in the hospital’s history to support the project.

The building that will house Castle Rock’s first cancer center has been officially named after the Schrader family, who made the largest donation in the hospital’s history to support the project. The Schrader family gave $5 million to AdventHealth Castle Rock’s Rock of Hope campaign, a fundrai...

07/01/2024

Next year, the Douglas County commissioners will have at least one new face. It could be state Sen. Kevin Van Winkle, who comfortably won a Republican primary race for one of two board seats that will appear on the ballot in November.

Douglas commissioners will soon have at least one new face, who may be a current state Senator. Meanwhile, a Democrat tries to unseat Teal.

06/28/2024

Looking for something to do Saturday Day???
We are 2 days away from this event and we really would love for you to join us.
Doors open at 11 AM on Saturday June 29th
Be sure to pick up your tickets in person if possible at one of our great vendor locations and get a discounted ticket $10 apiece if you are paying cash, all visit today tomorrow or Friday from from 11 AM to 6 PM at 257 Fillmore St. unit 101 Denver, CO 80206. Or get something amazing to wear on Saturday and visit today tomorrow or Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM at 2501 Dallas St., Aurora, CO aka . Swing by for a drink at today tomorrow or Friday from 3 PM to 9 PM at 900 W. 1st Ave. Suite 130 Denver, CO 80223. And if your commute takes you past downtown Denver, you can always pop in. today tomorrow or Friday from 11 AM to 9 PM at 900 Auraria Parkway, #240, Denver, CO 80204.
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06/25/2024

The first round of unofficial results will drop after the polls close at 7 p.m.

Some 622,391 ballots have been returned across Colorado ahead of the Colorado primaries today. Several competitive races are drawing in voters, including contested Republican primaries for Congress in the 4th and 8th Districts. Many state and county races have also drawn inner-party rivalries among....

06/23/2024

Get you tickets with NO FEES by visiting one of our vendors or sponsor locations. MUST pay with cash.
Tivoli Brewing Co. Tap House Open Daily from 11 am - 9 pm at 900 Auraria Pkwy #240 Denver, CO 80204
Hats By Parker Thomas Open Daily from 11 am - 6 pm at 257 Fillmore St Unit 101 Denver, CO 80206
Ink & Drink Denver Open W-F from 3 pm - 9 pm and Saturday 4 pm - 8 pm 900 W 1st Ave Suite 130 Denver, CO 80223
Urban Cowgirl Open Friday & Saturday from 10:30 am - 8:00 pm and Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 7 pm 2501 Dallas St Suite 271 Aurora, CO 80010

06/20/2024

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office arrested James Thomure, 55 of Centennial, on June 18.

A teacher at Douglas County High School has been arrested on allegations of sexual assault against a child. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office arrested James Thomure, 55 of Centennial, on June 18 and faces one charge of sexual assault on a child by a trusted person.  Thomure is being held in the...

06/19/2024

Following backlash from a group of parents, elected officials and others opposed to updating discrimination policies to include transgender students, the board for the Douglas County School District has indefinitely delayed a vote on the matter.

Following backlash from a group of parents, elected officials and others opposed to updating discrimination policies to include transgender students, the board for the Douglas County School District has indefinitely delayed a vote on the matter. Proposed changes to the policies would have explicitly...

06/14/2024

Hundreds of volunteers completed nearly $500,000 in security and accessibility updates at Stone Canyon Outdoor EdVenture campus in Larkspur at no cost to the district, thanks to a partnership with the security company Convergint.

Hundreds of volunteers completed nearly $500,000 in security and accessibility updates at  Stone Canyon Outdoor EdVenture campus in Larkspur at no cost to the district, thanks to a partnership with the security company Convergint.  Convergint, an international company with a location in Centennial...

06/12/2024

Colorado Community Media is a non-profit, and we strive to create the best community events throughout the state. Creating Mile High Hoedown has been incredible. Working with a local band like Sun Jr. and craftsmen like Parker Thomas, featuring artists like Ace and the talented team at Little People Face Painting, and supporting local businesses like Ink & Drink Denver and Outlaw Beer, these are what our community events should look like.
We invite you to spend the afternoon enjoying music, meeting these fantastic people, learning about what they do, and even getting out on the dance floor with Laurie Burkhardt, a talented choreographer who will teach beginners and line dance enthusiasts a new move or two. We welcome the Aurora community and other communities in Colorado to this event and look forward to hosting more events for your community soon.
• Come listen to Sun Jr .band at the Stampede
• Drink Outlaw beer , a NEW beer from Tivoli Brewery , our official beer sponsor
• Get a flash tattoo with Ace or make a custom hat for all your summer events with Parker Thomas
• Ever wished you knew how to cut up T-shirts like a pro? Ink & Drink will be there, and you can screen print and cut up your own creation.
• Little People Face Painting will be there to get a fun body art piece with their talented team or add some sparkle to your hair!
• Get beautiful permanent jewelry with Iron Husky
• Spend time snuggling adorable animals in the ADULTS’ COWBOY CRITTER CORRAL, or snap FREE photos WITH Bo the alpaca, Beth the donkey or Ana the mini cow at the photobooth sponsored by Leaf Filters
This is a great community event; we want to see you there! Don’t miss out.
Buy one get one FREE tickets for a limited time! That’s only $10 a ticket. https://www.ticketweb.com/event/mile-high-hoedown-stampede-tickets/13537604?pl=stampede

06/10/2024

All three Republicans jockeying to represent northwest Douglas County say the burden of property taxes is a top issue facing local residents.

A look at the three Republicans running for a chance to replace Lora Thomas in the Highlands Ranch-area Douglas County commissioner seat.

06/07/2024

Castle Rock’s Town Council has decided to opt out of a new law that bans guns in government buildings and courthouses.

Castle Rock’s Town Council has decided to opt out of a new law that bans guns in government buildings and courthouses. The recent decision comes in the wake of a 2024 law legislators passed that ban guns from sensitive spaces, including government buildings, starting July 1. The law allows municip...

06/06/2024

Five of the six Republican candidates running for Congress in Colorado’s 4th District are disavowing their state party’s leadership, citing its recent anti-LGBTQ messaging and concerns over campaign impropriety.

Five of the six Republican candidates running for Congress in Colorado’s 4th District are disavowing their state party’s leadership, citing its recent anti-LGBTQ messaging and concerns over campaign impropriety.  The conservatives, who are on the primary ballot this month, have called into ques...

06/05/2024

Mail-in ballots for the June 25 elections were mailed June 3 to eligible voters. Ballots received by Douglas County may be counted starting June 10.

There is less than a month to go until the primaries and Special Congressional Vacancy Election this month. Representatives for federal, state and county offices are on the ballot. Here’s what you need to know about voting.  Mail-in ballots for the June 25 elections were mailed June 3 to eligible...

05/30/2024

With little ideologically separating the large group of Republicans who want to fill the seat in Congress recently vacated by Ken Buck, the candidates have spent months on the campaign trail touting their resumes and, sometimes, their personalities in hopes of wooing voters.

With little ideologically separating the large group of Republicans who want to fill the seat in Congress recently vacated by Ken Buck, the candidates have spent months on the campaign trail touting their resumes and, sometimes, their personalities in hopes of wooing voters. But there are some diffe...

05/28/2024

Get ready to elevate your fun at The Mile High Hoedown on Saturday June 29th 11 am – 5 pm at the Stampede! Join us for an unforgettable day filled with live original music by Boulder’s very own Sun Jr, bringing their unique "Psych Mountain Rock" vibes to the stage. Dance the day away as you learn the latest line dances, and dive into a variety of interactive experiences! Customize a hat with Parker Thomas, screen print your own shirt or tank top with Ink and Drink, and even get a flash tattoo from Ace of MR. ACE Art & Tattoos. With body art with Little People Face Painting, creative cutting class with Ink & Drink, and so much more, this is the ultimate event you don’t want to miss. Come hoedown with us and make memories that rock! Tickets at https://www.ticketweb.com/event/mile-high-hoedown-stampede-tickets/13537604?pl=stampede
**FOR A LIMITED TIME TICKETS ARE BOGO
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05/24/2024

🚨 The entry has closed! 🚨 Did you enter your furry friend in our ✨ Cutest Pets Contest ✨ and show off your adorable buddy? Stay tuned to see if your pet was selected for some pawsome prizes!

Until then, vote for your favorite! 🏆

⚠️ Voting is open until the the end of the month.
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Don’t miss out on the cuteness overload! 🐶🐱💕

05/23/2024

Castle Rock hasn’t raised its sales tax since 2011, but that could change. The town is considering going to voters with an increase this November to help fund police and fire services.

Town staff said a 0.2% sales tax increase would raise an estimated $3.75 million per year to fund 22 new police employees and 18 additional fire department staff, as well as pay for road maintenance, recreational amenities and arts and culture grants.

05/22/2024

Democrats Trisha Calvarese, Isaac “Ike” McCorkle and John Padora seek to offer an alternative to the status quo to representing Colorado's 4th Congressional District.

A Democrat hasn’t won the U.S. House seat in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District since Betsy Markey in 2008. Two years later, Republican Cory Gardner pushed her out and held the seat until his successful run for the U.S. Senate in 2014.  Then came Ken Buck, a Republican from Weld County, who ...

05/21/2024

Demand for space at the Douglas County Fairgrounds — home of the annual county fair and other events — has exceeded capacity, county officials say. The solution? A renovation that would take away some sports areas where youth teams can play.

The Castle Rock-area youth sports community hopes to ensure kids don't lose playing space amid a plan to renovate the county fairgrounds.

05/20/2024

Bright green metal boxes are located throughout the county to accept and destroy unused or expired over-the-counter and prescription medications generated by households.

A couple times a year, drivers might see a sign on the side of the road with bold letters that state, “Prescription Drug Take-Back” and take part by bringing unused or expired medications to their local police department. What they might not know is that there is a free and convenient way to pro...