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Big Dry Creek basketball court to close for resurfacing
Court will be closed to visitors during construction July 17 - Aug. 4
07/16/2026 2:41 p.m.
Prairie dog colony maintenance notification
Prairie dog population currently exceeds carrying capacity in one open space location
07/14/2026 12:00 p.m.
One of two Foothills Park parking lots to close for maintenance
Temporary closure of lot off Riddlewood Road begins week of July 13
07/10/2026 8:00 a.m.
Make your voice heard on Historic Park's future
Two more community meetings and a fall survey offer new ways to weigh in
07/08/2026 3:51 p.m.
Puzzled: Recreation amenities explained
A closer look at youth and adult recreation programs and facilities
07/07/2026 4:00 p.m.
Read the latest issue of the Messenger
Learn about recreation programs, upcoming projects, local government updates and more
07/07/2026 10:00 a.m.
Park restrooms to temporarily close for holiday weekend
Visitors should expect nighttime closures on July 3, 4 & 5
07/02/2026 1:00 p.m.
Fire restrictions increased to Stage 2 for Douglas County
Tighter restrictions put in place July 2 due to fire danger
07/02/2026 10:00 a.m.
Bucket list to celebrate National Park & Recreation Month
Get inspired to enjoy the "Power of Parks & Recreation" with 10 can't-miss parks and activities
07/01/2026 7:00 a.m.
Parking lot maintenance at the Highlands Ranch Mansion
Temporary partial closures scheduled
06/30/2026 11:00 a.m.
Stay Bear Aware in Highlands Ranch
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is actively monitoring bear reports in our area
06/29/2026 4:40 p.m.
High Line Canal trail notice for June 26 repairs
A small portion of the trail near County Line Road will be affected, but not closed to users
06/24/2026 3:00 p.m.
Watering wisely during drought
Portions of Metro District grass have shown the effects of drought stress and mites this spring
06/24/2026
Concrete repair underway at Sand Creek Park
Please be mindful of construction crews working
06/22/2026 8:30 a.m.
Kick off your summer at KidFest
Join us from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 13 at Civic Green Park
06/11/2026 9:18 a.m.
Bike to Work Day on June 24
Metro District partners with Highlands Ranch Water & HRCA for a super stop
06/09/2026
Metro District receives ranchland from Shea Homes
Conveyed land will be expand the future Historic Park
05/29/2026 7:00 p.m.
Celebrate improvements at Toepfer Park
Join us Monday, June 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
05/28/2026 3:47 p.m.
Turf replacement begins at Highlands Ranch Stadium
Project is in partnership with Douglas County School District
05/22/2026 10:22 a.m.
Memorial Day Service honors fallen heroes
Join us at 11:45 a.m. Monday, May 25
05/21/2026 11:40 a.m.
Douglas County to begin inspections of stormwater outlets
Storm sewer outfall structures are located primarily in parks and open space
05/11/2026 1:47 p.m.
Dealing with trees damaged from spring storms?
Wet, heavy spring snow can snap branches and cause other damage
05/06/2026 8:00 a.m.
Toepfer Park 2.0 Celebration rescheduled for June 1
Event postponed due to weather
05/05/2026 2:41 p.m.
Start of interactive fountain season at Civic Green Park
The splash pad and wading stream are permitted under current drought restrictions
05/01/2026 4:29 p.m.
Provide feedback for proposed park on Plaza Drive
Complete a short survey through Friday, May 8
04/24/2026 9:30 a.m.
Swings at Plum Valley Park are temporarily removed
Once repairs are made, the swings will be reinstalled
04/21/2026 8:00 a.m.
Spring tree limb recycling event available to residents
Clean up your yard for spring on Sunday, May 3
04/14/2026 8:00 a.m.
Fence power washing and staining underway
Ongoing maintenance of parkway fence helps keep community well-maintained, attractive
04/08/2026 8:00 a.m.
Provide feedback for new playground at Civic Green Park
Complete an online survey to share your ideas
03/31/2026 12:13 p.m.
Temporary bridge closure at Sand Creek Park
Concrete repair work scheduled to begin March 25
03/24/2026 5:00 p.m.