Today
in Castle Rock
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Castle Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A growing number of Colorado residents in suburban areas—particularly in Parker—have been visiting food pantries as rising living costs and reduced federal support strain their budgets. Local organizations like SECOR Cares and Food Bank of the Rockies reported that even full-time workers now struggle to afford basic meals. Denver7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Castle Oaks Drive bridge just south of Rocky View Road will be fully closed from Oct. 11 to Oct. 28—weather dependent—for repairs that will install a new deck and extend the bridge's life by 20 years. Crews will work weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. while drivers take detours via Highway 83 and Highway 86 that add up to 12 miles and about 18 minutes. Town of Castle Rock
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Autumn Concert
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Festival Park — Free entry — Enjoy a tuneful welcome to autumn with the Castle Rock Band's outdoor concert.
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Festival Park Farmers Market
9 AM – 2 PM — Festival Park — Free entry — Explore locally sourced meats, eggs, produce, and artisan goodies from nearly 40 vendors.
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Kids Club Pokémon League Tournament
All day — Hidden Gemz — Free entry — Compete in a fun and friendly Pokémon Trading Card Game tournament.
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Coffee with a Cop
9:00-10:30 a.m. — McDonald's — Free — Engage in informal conversations with Castle Rock Police Officers while enjoying coffee.
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Brews & Business Gathering
5-7 p.m. — Alidade Brewing — Free venue parking — A casual meet-up for Castle Rock business owners to connect and collaborate over craft brews.
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Cougar Creek Classic Cross Country Meet
4:15 PM — World Compass Academy — $20 per runner — Experience the excitement of middle school cross country racing at the Cougar Creek Classic.
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Shop With Purpose: Mental Health Awareness Event
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Outlets at Castle Rock — $30 — Participate in a shopping extravaganza that supports mental health and suicide awareness.
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Festival Park Farmers Market
9 AM – 2 PM — Festival Park — Free entry — Enjoy farm-fresh produce and artisan goods from local vendors while supporting community agriculture.
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Interview Workshop in Castle Rock
9-11 a.m. — Arapahoe Community College — Free entry — Brush up on your interviewing skills with expert tips for success in any interview setting.
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