# Colorado election
Democrats hold majority on state board of education
(Castle Rock, CO) Democrats will keep their majority on the state board of education, a position they’ve held since 2016, with the election of Kathy Plomer for the Colorado at-large seat and the re-election of Rebecca McLellan from District 6.
Why voting yes on DougCo's 5A won't mean higher taxes after 2023
(Castle Rock, CO) As November election ballots arrive in Douglas County mailboxes this week, questions remain about the future property tax impact on home and business owners should voters approve initiative 5A.
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Retired Castle Rock Commander seeks DougCo sheriff office
(John Anderson for Sheriff) (Douglas County, Colo.) John Anderson promises to beef up patrols to protect residents if he’s elected Douglas County Sheriff. Anderson, who also ran for the office in 2014, said the county has kept about 11 road patrol officers on a standard shift since 2006. Between 2006 and 2021, Douglas County’s population grew from 263,621 to 368,990.
Embattled former DougCo Undersheriff seeks ex-boss’ seat
(Douglas County, Colo.) Holly Kluth, a 32-year veteran of Douglas County law enforcement, emphasizes her education, experience and knowledge to voters. This is her first run for sheriff, and Kluth said she will emphasize protecting families, students and citizen property if elected.
Former DougCo Coroner, State Patrol Trooper runs for sheriff
(Douglas County, Colo.) Douglas County Commissioner Lora Thomas wants to become Douglas County Sheriff. Thomas has served as a county commissioner since 2017, following a career in law enforcement with the Colorado State Patrol and a four-year term as Douglas County Coroner.
DougCo Sheriff’s Captain seeks top job
(Douglas County, Colo.) Darren Weekly, a captain in the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, wants voters to promote him to the top. Weekly previously held the ranks of corporal, sergeant and lieutenant. He also serves as a field training officer, K-9 handler, SWAT team commander, undercover narcotics detective and a persons crimes detective. He also works as a coordinator for the 18th Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team.