NEWS
Child Safety Fair
The Garfield County Child Safety Fair takes place on Friday, April 24, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Rifle Middle School, 753 Railroad Avenue, Rifle. Enjoy free food and giveaways, learn safety information, and find local resources for children and families in our communities. In addition, there will be music, dancers, and other entertainment.
Child Safety Fair
Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code goes live July 1
The Garfield County Community Development Department is adopting the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, effective July 1, 2026. The code establishes updated standards for certain new construction and development in wildfire-prone areas, to reduce risk and improve community resilience.
Wildfire Resiliency Code
River Bridge Regional Center honors Sheriff Vallario
April 22, 2026
During the River Bridge Regional Center annual benefit, Garfield County Sheriff Lou Vallario was honored for his instrumental role in...
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Phone scam impersonating law enforcement
April 9, 2026
The Garfield County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the public to an increase in fraudulent phone calls involving individuals impersonating members...
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New onsite wastewater treatment system regulations go into effect May 28
April 17, 2026
The Garfield County Board of Health has adopted new onsite wastewater treatment system (OWTS) regulations, which go into effect on...
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‘Tails’ for safe spring cleaning: how to avoid hantavirus from mice
March 31, 2026
Spring is in the air, but make sure spring is the only thing in the air when opening up sheds...
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Cottonwood Pass opens April 11
April 9, 2026
Cottonwood Pass in Eagle County, which runs from Gypsum to the Roaring Fork Valley, opens Saturday, April 11, 2026. Conditions...
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One lane of Thompson Creek Road bridge closed
April 14, 2026
Garfield County Road and Bridge crews are addressing a large pothole and repairs on the County Road 108 / Thompson...
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