Gov. Polis orders flags lowered to honor Gunnery Sergeant Koppenhafer

DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis today ordered the United States and Colorado flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on all public buildings from sunrise to sunset on Monday, August 26, 2019, to honor Gunnery Sergeant Scott A. Koppenhafer of...

Aug. 20 Council update

An introduction on the Town’s Proposed 2020 Budget and the proposed Encore redevelopment project south of Town were two major topics on Town Council’s Aug. 20 meeting agenda. 

Here’s a more in-depth look at those majo...

Don’t “let it be” the end of summer; the Denver Pops close out the Summer Concert Series Aug. 24

For the Denver Pops, “the long and winding road” leads to Castle Rock Saturday, Aug. 24. The Denver Pops: a Beatles Tribute Featuring Mike Masse and the Rubber Souls will close out the Summer Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Phili...

American Red Cross of Colorado brings free preparedness training to Town residents

As part of their commitment to ensuring the safety and viability of the community, Castle Rock Police Department and Castle Rock Fire and Rescue are partnering with the American Red Cross of Colorado to provide critical training focused on increasing the ...

Help shape the future of fire and rescue services in Town; provide feedback at CRgov.com/fireplan

Ensuring outstanding public safety is a top priority for the Town. Castle Rock Fire and Rescue wants to collaborate with the community on that goal.

The department is working on updating its strategic plan. It needs feedback to make sure the community&...

Phenomenal new neighborhood park opens Aug. 17

A park helps turn a neighborhood into a community, but the new Deputy Zack S. Parrish III Memorial Park holds significant meaning for the entire Town. The new park is nearly complete, and the grand opening celebration is going to be phenomenal. Join the c...

Beat back to school blues with a free, outdoor concert Aug. 15

Summer fun isn’t over yet! Come dance to feel-good hits from the 90s as Junior Varsity Three takes the stage at the Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park. This 90s-rock cover band brings a fresh sound to some of your favorite tunes from 6:30 to ...

One victim seriously injured after shooting at Ridge Road King Soopers

Three suspects remain at-large while another is recovering from injuries after a Tuesday evening shooting. There is no threat to the community. 

Castle Rock Police and Castle Rock Fire and Rescue responded around 7 p.m. Tuesday to a call of a shoo...

Town to contribute first $2M toward local higher ed at new Sturm Collaboration Campus

Education, industry and community will come together at Arapahoe Community College’s new Sturm Collaboration Campus, set to open to students next month north of Castle Rock Adventist Hospital.

The Town is playing a significant role in the communi...

Play, learn and explore at Small Fry Field Day – Aug. 21

If you’re wondering what the Town has to offer your littlest family members, join us for Small Fry Field Day to find out. This family friendly event is designed to introduce parents and children ages 1 through 5, to the wide selection of programs Parks an...

Enter to win a lawn makeover worth $8,000 in Castle Rock Water’s ColoradoScape contest

Does your front yard suck? Water, that is. Typically, more than half of household water use goes toward outdoor irrigation and landscape. Castle Rock Water is now encouraging residents to transform their lawn to a water-wise ColoradoScape, and the departm...

Founders Parkway and Allen Way improvements set to begin

The intersection of Founders Parkway and Allen Way is one of the busiest in Castle Rock. The roadway was identified for improvements in the Town’s Transportation Master Plan and, hearing driver concerns, the Town is taking the lead on efforts to...

Gas station purchase will make way for future interchange improvements

What’s presently a former gas station will be torn down this year to allow for future improvements at one of the Interstate 25 interchanges in Town.

Town Council last year authorized the purchase of the property at 830 N. Wilcox St., which at tha...

New sculptures invite the public to encounter art

Whether by happenstance or a planned adventure, encountering new art in Castle Rock is a joy. Public places throughout Town have been refreshed with new sculptures in recent weeks in conjunction with the Countywide Art Encounters program. 

Art Enc...

Answer the call of the wild with Animals Around the Rock educational series

Although we may not always see them, creatures big and small inhabit Castle Rock. From June to October, the Town will host Animals Around the Rock, a five-event series all about Castle Rock’s wild side. Presented in partnership with the Douglas ...

Castle Rock’s Adventure Club Preschool earns high rating from State of Colorado

Choosing the right preschool is not simple or easy. Colorado Shines works with preschools to ease parent’s minds as they select a program. The Town’s Adventure Club Preschool has earned a level three rating from the program for excelle...

New video at CRgov.com shows how the Town insists on quality growth while honoring past commitments

In a thriving community, it’s no surprise that growth is on the mind of many Castle Rock residents. Colorado is experiencing unprecedented growth, and the Town of Castle Rock is no exception. While keeping up with the steady pace of growth is ch...

Local Colorado brings Sunday farmer’s market to Downtown

Sunday mornings just got sweeter. Starting this Sunday, June 2, the Local Colorado will be hosting a farmer’s market at Festival Park. The market is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday through the end of September. Grab your tote and meet us...

A free hour of all sweat and no stress

Exercising outside is beneficial to your mind and body. Throughout the summer months, we are gathering as a community to share our love of fitness, at no cost to you. Regardless of level or experience, we are offering two hours a week of family-friendly f...

Sunny days become paddle days at Rueter-Hess Reservoir

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer fun. This year, skip the traditional first dip in the pool and opt for Paddle Days at Rueter-Hess Reservoir. The Town is partnering with the Rueter-Hess Recreation Authority to host several Paddle Day...

Rock your summer in Castle Rock; tickets on sale March 4 for 2019 Summer Concert Series

Celebrate the sounds of a perfect summer night in Castle Rock with great music, warm temperatures and delicious food and drinks. The 2019 Summer Concert Series kicks off June 15. Tickets go on sale Monday, March 4.

Nestled in the beautiful setting of Phili...