Good morning, Castle Rock.

A trio of organizations will hold a fundraiser on Aug.

28 at Evergreen Lake House to raise $200,000 for Buchanan Park’s planned adventure playground — skatepark and pavilion, with tickets costing $100. The event will feature tapas, auctions, a paddle raise, dueling pianos and a cash bar, and construction of the park features is set to begin in 2026.

After weeks of investigation, the Castle Rock Police Department and partner agencies arrested a 23-year-old suspect in Denver for a shooting on July 19 at 3:30 a.m. near Castle Rock Parkway and Castlegate Drive North where one person was shot and two others were injured, and investigators will recommend charges—attempted murder, assault, and menacing as the investigation remains active.

A 23-year-old man was arrested Thursday in Denver in connection with a July shooting at a Castle Rock apartment complex—officers said a fight in the parking lot led to shots fired that injured three people with non-life-threatening wounds.

Castle Rock Fire and Rescue has implemented Stage 1 fire restrictions today due to hot, dry weather and a lack of rain; the rules ban open burning outside private properties and personal fireworks use while allowing fires in stoves or designated charcoal grills—violators face a $1,000 fine or 180 days in jail, and Town Manager David L. Corliss with Fire and Rescue Chief Norris W. Croom III are monitoring conditions closely.

Many Coloradans who buy health insurance face higher costs if federal tax credits expire on Dec.

31, with premiums expected to rise 28% statewide—38% on the Western Slope. Lawmakers and advocates urge Congress to extend the credits to help over 300,000 residents avoid unaffordable increases.

Book Signing with Zora Fox

12-2 p.m. — Sudden Fiction Books — Free entry — Discover the Fae and Shadow series by local author Zora Fox at this beloved indie bookstore.

Festival Park Farmers Market

9 AM – 2 PM — Festival Park — Support local vendors — Discover fresh produce, meats, and baked goods from nearly 40 local vendors.

Castle Rock 5-Day Precious Metals Event

10 AM – 3 PM — Holiday Inn Express & Suites Denver South — Free entry — Bring your precious items for free evaluation and instant cash offers.

Jazz in the Park

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Festival Park — Free entry — Enjoy cool jazz music in a relaxed atmosphere without the distractions of vendors or alcohol.

Fitness Fridays

2-3 p.m. — 1375 W Plum Creek Pkwy, Castle Rock, CO — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of fitness classes suitable for all levels and bring the whole family.

Monthly Men’s Breakfast Gathering

7:30-8:30 a.m. — Chick-fil-a — Free breakfast — Enjoy good food and fellowship with a brief devotional in Castle Rock.

Festival Park Farmers Market

9 AM – 2 PM — Festival Park — Supports local farmers — Enjoy fresh produce, meats, and baked goods from nearly 40 local vendors.

Castle Rock Girl Scout Welcome Night

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Douglas County Libraries - Philip & Jerry Miller Library — Free entry — Discover the adventurous world of Girl Scouts and how your family can get involved.

Coffee with a Cop

9 a.m. — Oo•de•Lally Coffee — Free entry — Engage in informal conversations with Castle Rock Police Officers over coffee.

Jazz in the Park

6:30-8 p.m. — Festival Park — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing evening of cool jazz in a laid-back atmosphere without the hassle of vendors or distractions.