Posted on: May 5, 2023
The Adams County Fair, a summer tradition, will be here before you know it! It’s where families and friends come together for fun, laughter, and fried foods, and this year is no exception! Themed for 2023 as the Adams FAIRmily, you can expect all the nostalgic, feel-good fun of the annual event plus a great concert lineup.
United Power Grandstand events will include a free opening night concert featuring Priscilla Block, with special guest Frank Ray, presented by Adams County. Jordan Davis with special guest Callista Clark, presented by Brannan Aggregates, will take over the arena on 4-H Appreciation Night following Professional Bull Riding (PBR). Grab your tickets for those events early and don’t forget about the Demolition Derby and NSPA Truck Pull, presented by JFW Trucking and PDC Energy. Closing out on Sunday with Día de La Familia, Amazon presents La Autentica de Jerez following the Charreada.
Adams County 4-H, entertainment, and community days, including Kids Day and Senior Day, schedules will be available on the website and the Fair’s social media accounts.
Plan now to join in on the fun Aug. 2-6 at Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton.
More information is available at adamscountyfair.com.
Posted on: October 31, 2023
Board Approves 2024 Holiday Schedule
Posted on: October 26, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags to be Lowered to Honor Victims of the Tragedy in Lewiston, Maine
DENVER - Today, Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings to honor victims of the tragedy in Lewiston, Maine as proclaimed by President Biden. Flags should be lowered from sunrise today, October 26, 2023, till sunset October 30, 2023.
The President’s full proclamation text states:
Posted on: September 29, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Colorado Springs Community Parole Officer Christine Guerin Sandoval
DENVER - Today, Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings from sunrise until sunset on the day of the funeral, in honor of Christine Guerin Sandoval, a Colorado Springs community parole officer lost yesterday.
Posted on: September 19, 2023
Adams County's Inaugural Festival Latino Offers a Day of Color, Culture, and Celebration at Riverdale Regional Park
Celebrate the rich culture and vibrancy of Latino heritage at the inaugural Adams County Festival Latino on Sunday, Oct. 1, at Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton. This family-friendly event promises an unforgettable celebration of Latino culture with live music, art, food, and more!
Posted on: September 13, 2023
Dale Snyder Named Adams County Employee of All Seasons
The Adams County Board of Commissioners announced Dale Snyder as Adams County Employee of All Seasons at the county’s annual Employee Recognition Luncheon on Wednesday, Sept. 13.
Posted on: September 11, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags Lowered to Honor 9/11 Anniversary
Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide on Monday, September 11, 2023, from sunrise to sunset to honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and also in recognition of Patriot Day, which was designated by Congress in 2001.
President Biden issued A Proclamation on Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, 2023, and ordered flags lowered to half-staff. The full text is below:
Posted on: September 7, 2023
Adams County Health Department Reports First Death of the Season from West Nile Virus Infection
Adams County Health Department (ACHD) officials confirmed the first death from West Nile virus, an adult resident, within the county this year.
West Nile virus is spread to people through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Most infected with the virus do not have symptoms. However, one in five could develop flu-like symptoms, which typically begin two to 14 days after exposure. Serious, potentially deadly neurologic illness occurs in fewer than one in 100 infected people.
Posted on: August 17, 2023
Deputy County Manager Chris Kline Credentialed by International Local Government Management Organization
Chris Kline, Deputy County Manager of Adams County, recently received the Credentialed Manager designation from ICMA, the International City/County Management Association. Kline is one of over 1,300 local government management professionals currently credentialed through the ICMA Voluntary Credentialing Program, and the third credentialed leader currently serving within Adams County government.
Posted on: August 16, 2023
Adams County Celebrates Grand Opening of Fleet and Public Works Buildings with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Adams County officially opened its new Fleet and Public Works buildings today with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by county officials and employees, representatives from the City of Commerce City, contractors, architects, and artist Andy Dufford, whose piece of public art is displayed at the complex.
Posted on: August 15, 2023
Anythink and Adams County Announce Kerrie Joy as Inaugural Poet Laureate
Part of Sincerely, a celebration of poetry in Adams County
