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Adams County on Top of Job Growth in the U.S. in 2019

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Posted on: December 2, 2019

Adams County leads the nation in job growth, according to a recent report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Bureau gathered employment statistics from 355 of the largest U.S. counties from June 2018 to June 2019.

More than three quarters of those counties saw an employment increase, but none more than Adams County’s gain of 5.3%.

“Adams County consistently does well in job growth because of our quality of life and diverse economy,” says Steve O’Dorisio, Adams County Board of Commissioners Chair. “We focus on our people, work well with the private sector, and seek opportunities for the generations that follow us.”

The largest industry leading this push was the county’s natural resources and mining sector, with a growth of 1,000 workers. This industry is largely made up of oil and gas production. Because of the recent opening of the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Conference Center in Aurora, the leisure and hospitality industry also contributed to the growth.

Read more about Adams County’s job growth in this article.

Group photo of 2023 Adams County Scholarship Fund winners
Posted on: June 8, 2023

Adams County Students Awarded More Than $1 Million in Scholarships

Fifty-eight Adams County high school students were awarded scholarships totaling more than $1 million on Wednesday, June 7, through the Adams County Scholarship Fund. Adams County Commissioners introduced the Scholarship Fund in 2016, in partnership with the Colorado Department of Higher Education’s Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative, making this the eighth group of recipients.

Thomas Mac
Posted on: June 1, 2023

Annual Stars & Stripes Event to Feature Singer Thomas Mac

The annual pre-Independence Day celebration at Riverdale Regional Park is back! Mark your calendars for the third of July celebration. Ward Electric presents a free evening in the park with country singer, Thomas Mac, and a festive display of fireworks.

Food and beverage vendors will begin serving at 4 p.m. Enjoy live music followed by the 9:30 p.m. fireworks show.

Posted on: May 31, 2023

I Voted Sticker Design Contest Winners Announced

The Adams County Elections Department received 36 entries for the I Voted Sticker Design Contest from both students and residents. Four winners were chosen, and the winning designs will be used throughout the 2023 Coordinated, 2024 Presidential Primary, 2024 Primary, and 2024 General Elections. The Adams County Elections Department received 36 entries for the I Voted Sticker Design Contest from both students and residents. Four winners were chosen, and the winning designs will be used throughout the 2023 Coordinated, 2024 Presidential Primary, 2024 Primary, and 2024 General Elections.

Veterans Memorial Ribbon Cutting
Posted on: May 30, 2023

Adams County Veterans Memorial Grand Opening Ceremony

The long-awaited grand opening ceremony for the highly anticipated Adams County Veterans Memorial took place at Riverdale Regional Park today, May 29, marking a significant milestone in honoring the brave men and women who selflessly served our nation. Adams County Commissioners were joined by Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo, U.S.

Memorial Sign
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Adams County Veterans Memorial Sign Program

Adams County is highly invested in showing support for residents who are currently serving or are veterans of the United States military services. As part of this commitment, the Public Works Department has implemented the Veterans Memorial Sign Program. This program is intended to allow residents of Adams County who are family or friends of military veterans killed in the line of duty to request dedication of a street in Adams County in memory of their departed veterans.

York Street Ribbon Cutting
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Ribbon Cutting Celebrating the York St. Phase 1 and Pedestrian Underpass Public Art Installation Project

Today, Adams County celebrated the York St. Phase 1 and Pedestrian Underpass Public Art Installation project with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The York St. Phase 1 Project was a $10.4 million investment that made road and drainage improvements to York St. between E. 78th Ave. and State Highway 224. The project is the first of three the county is implementing to develop this essential corridor for residents of Adams County.