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Douglas County sheriff drops Flock for Axon

The sheriff says privacy concerns and lost trust drove the switch.

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The Douglas County Sheriff&#x27;s Office is dumping Flock Safety after Sheriff Darren Weekly said he lost trust in the surveillance technology company.State of play: County commissioners last week approved a nearly $23 million, 10-year contract with Axon, which makes Tasers, body cameras, drones and license plate readers.

DougCo towns pump brakes on drone delivery

Officials want answers on noise, privacy and safety before approving hubs.

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Parker and Castle Rock are likely among the nation&#x27;s first municipalities to pause approvals on drone-delivery hubs that launch retail orders from ground facilities into nearby neighborhoods.Why it matters: Back-to-back ordinances passed last week reveal a cautious approach from two fast-growing Douglas County communities better known for competing to attract retail convenience and sales tax dollars.

The Highlands Ranch pickleball boom

A new 19-court complex is fueling demand in Highlands Ranch.

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Highlands Ranch is bucking <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="America&#x27;s pickleball slowdown" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/26/pickleball-courts-building-decline" data-vars-content-id="9eda9bc5-3d86-4aab-83db-e71d54f35557" data-vars-headline="The Highlands Ranch pickleball boom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/26/pickleball-courts-building-decline" target="_self">America&#x27;s pickleball slowdown</a>.Reality check: Across many of the nation&#x27;s biggest cities, the sport&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="pandemic-era boom" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/04/04/walmart-free-pickleball-game-subway-sub" data-vars-content-id="9eda9bc5-3d86-4aab-83db-e71d54f35557" data-vars-headline="The Highlands Ranch pickleball boom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/04/04/walmart-free-pickleball-game-subway-sub" target="_self">pandemic-era boom</a> has cooled.

Castle Rock unveils Lost Canyon Ranch Open Space

New trails will give hikers access to a long-restricted property.

Environment

Two years after Castle Rock and its partners preserved Lost Canyon Ranch from potential development, the 681-acre site is going public next month.Why it matters: Visitors will soon have free access to terrain that&#x27;s largely been hidden behind private gates.

Help wanted: Name this rooster

A plush rooster mascot is popping up across Douglas County. Help us name it.

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You&#x27;re already waking up with Axios Douglas County, so why not bring a mascot along for the journey?Between the lines: I need your help.

Coffee, served with a second chance

A popular Parker coffee shop's owner shares his journey from incarceration to community impact.

Parker&#x27;s most colorful coffee shop owner lives out of a used Ram ProMaster van with a license plate that reads &quot;CON.&quot;Why it matters: Dan Klehm&#x27;s Convict Coffee Co. is a second act rooted in redemption for people affected by incarceration.

Your guide to Douglas County farmers markets

Here's where and when to find the best produce in Douglas County this season.

Weekend mornings in Douglas County follow a familiar ritual: cold brew in hand, reusable bags at the ready and plenty of company.Zoom in: If you&#x27;re looking to navigate the crowd like a pro, here is your CliffsNotes guide to the county&#x27;s top farmers markets.

An oasis hiding amid Douglas County's growth boom

A little-known reservoir doubles as a water source and uncrowded outdoor escape.

Rueter-Hess Reservoir is, at its core, a water bowl for many of Douglas County&#x27;s thirsty residents.Yes, but: Standing at the water&#x27;s edge, it feels more like an oasis amid the area&#x27;s explosive growth.

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