Heavy rainfall has forced the closure of Heise Road at the Snake River Bridge on 5050 E, after mudslides swept across the area. A press release from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office on August 13 confirmed the severity of the situation and emphasized public safety concerns.

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Committee recently announced a proposal to halt all new data center developments. This step signals growing caution about large-scale technology expansions and their local economic impact.

Jefferson County’s Board has officially included solar power in its zoning ordinance, ending a couple of years of ongoing debates. This landmark decision sets the stage for further business and environmental developments in the region.

Richard Todd Coyle, a lifelong resident of Jefferson County, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 65. Born in 1960, he remained closely tied to his family roots and community throughout his life. This piece reflects on his enduring connection and the legacy he leaves behind.

Classes at Evergreen High School in Colorado are canceled this week following a shooting in which a student reportedly shot two classmates before taking his own life. Jefferson County officials have not provided a timeline for the school’s reopening, leaving the community in a state of uncertainty.