Douglas County commissioners declared a state of local disaster emergency for the county because of two large grass fires that were under control as of 9:30 p.m. Wednesday.

To celebrate National County Government Month, Douglas County will host a community event to highlight services and programs and recognize the dedication of county employees. The family-friendly event ...

Douglas County is under an outdoor burn ban Thursday in the unincorporated areas. This is due to dry, warm and windy ...

Fire crews from Douglas County, Lawrence and surrounding communities battled two grass fires Wednesday afternoon.