Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Castle Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado senators are investigating a new EPA rule that stops assigning a cost to health benefits when setting air quality standards (critics say the change may affect vulnerable Coloradans). The agency will respond through proper channels, and local officials confirm current pollution monitoring will continue. Denver7
- ➤ Castle Pines will review an annexation petition for the 800-acre Crowsnest property in Parker on Feb. 24. Local residents from Castle Rock and Parker have expressed concerns about increased traffic and resource strains from the proposed thousands-of-homes development — urging careful review by city officials. Denver7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson County Public Health confirmed today that a skunk tested positive for rabies, marking the first animal case this year. Officials advise residents to keep pets vaccinated and avoid contact with wild animals & seek medical help if exposed. Denver7
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Decant & Swirl: Wine Tasting Experience
6-8 p.m. — COFF33 — Ticket required — Experience a curated wine tasting paired with life insights from Shelley Bailey's book.
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Galentine's Day Celebration
10:30 a.m. — Wide Awake Eatery — Paid separately — Celebrate women in construction with networking and a themed breakfast activity.
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Medicare Workshop with Jim Garey
4-5 p.m. — Douglas County Libraries - Philip & Jerry Miller Library — Free entry — Learn how to navigate Medicare and maximize your benefits with ease.
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Trivia Night at 105 West Brewing Company
6-8:30 p.m. — 105 West Brewing Company — Free event — Test your knowledge while enjoying craft beers and a fun atmosphere.
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Bunny Blake Concert
8 p.m. — Sinners & Saints — Free entry — Experience soulful music with captivating lyrics and rich melodies from Bunny Blake.
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Charlie Zanichelli Live at Wide Awake Eatery
5:30 p.m. — Wide Awake Eatery — Free entry — Enjoy smooth acoustic tunes from Charlie Zanichelli while dining in a cozy atmosphere.
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Dueling Pianos Night
6-9 p.m. — Wide Awake Eatery — Full dinner menu available — Enjoy Colorado's top dueling pianos and sing along to your favorite songs.
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Wine Glass Tasting Seminar
7-8 p.m. — COFF33 — $ — Discover how different wine glasses enhance your tasting experience.
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Blanchard Family Wines Pop-Up Tasting
5-9 p.m. — COFF33 — Pay per glass/flight — Enjoy artisan wines and a special wine and chocolate pairing experience.
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Birds of a Feather Custom Painting Night
6-9 p.m. — Wild Blue Yonder Brewing Co. — $48-$55 per painter — Unleash your creativity with a fun evening of painting your own custom bird artwork.
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