Teller County, CO, February 21, 2019–Teller County Sheriff Jason Mikesell has been asked about his position on the proposed “Red Flag” legislation, House Bill 19-1177 in the last few days. Sheriff Mikesell is releasing a statement concerning his position on this bill: “I do not support this bill as it is currently written. I am joining several other Colorado Sheriffs who also are opposed to this legislation.” ### If you would like more information about this topic, please con

The Florissant Water Sanitation District is issuing a mandatory water boil order due to a water main break for its customers. The loss of pressure in the distribution system may allow disease causing organisms to enter the water system. The break has been isolated and repairs are being made to correct the situation. We anticipate resolving the problem within 7 to 10 days. For more information visit https://www.colorado.gov/florissantwsd. Please do not call 9-1-1 unless you h

Teller County, CO, February 26, 2019– Today in Teller County District Court, Judge Scott Sells sentenced Richard Fretterd to four years-to life in prison following his guilty plea of sexual assault on a child and other charges. Fretterd was arrested by Teller County detectives on December 14th, 2018 and charged with numerous child sex assault charges based on complaints. Fretterd had appeared on television in a series called Prospectors, a weekly reality television series tha

All burn rextrictions for Teller County have been lifted effective 2/23/2019.

Teller County, CO, February 21, 2019–Teller County Sheriff Jason Mikesell has been asked about his position on the proposed “Red Flag” legislation, House Bill 19-1177 in the last few days. Sheriff Mikesell is releasing a statement concerning his position on this bill: “I do not support this bill as it is currently written. I am joining several other Colorado Sheriffs who also are opposed to this legislation.” ### If you would like more information about this topic, please con

Effective immediately there is burn restriction in Teller County due to high winds. This restriction will remain in place until further notice. Please click here for more information.