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Communications

The Communications Department is the information link between Adams County, its communities, and residents, and the media.

The office prepares and distributes news releases, answers media inquiries, produces written materials, meets graphic design and video production needs, manages internal/employee communications, promotes special events, provides media relations and public relations counsel to county departments, and maintains the county website.

CORA Requests

For general Adams County media requests, please contact Amber Ferguson.
For Sheriff’s Office media requests, please contact Sergeant Shea Haney.

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2026 Community Report

The Adams County Community Report provides an in-depth look at county achievements, initiatives, and financial transparency. Explore key projects, community impact, and future goals as we work to enhance the quality of life for residents. View the latest report to stay informed about county progress and priorities.

News Releases

Discover news releases and archived news related to Adams County.

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September 28th, 2026

CASP Director Jeff Kloska Named to NWAAAE Board

The Northwest Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (NWAAAE) has named Colorado Air and Space Port Director Jeff Kloska as Second Vice-President for...

Colorado Air and Space Port

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September 18th, 2026

Higher Orbits Brings Go For Launch! STEM Experience to Denver, Colorado

Higher Orbits, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring the next generation through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), will bring its acclaimed Go For...

Colorado Air and Space Port|Press Releases & Announcements

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September 11th, 2026

Governor Polis Orders Flags to Half-Staff Honoring the 25th Anniversary of September 11th

DENVER – Today, to mark the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001, Governor Polis ordered flags to half-staff in honor of the lives lost in...

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Contact the Communications Team

Contact information for all communications team members.
Name, Role Phone Email
Amber Ferguson, Director 720.523.6319 aferguson@adamscountyco.gov
Karsen Forsman, Deputy Director 720.523.6786 kforsman@adamscountyco.gov
Matt Bell, Video & Multimedia Specialist 720.523.6791 mbell@adamscountyco.gov
Brian Dearth, Sr. Communications Specialist 720.523.6281 bdearth@adamscountyco.gov
Danielle Modica, Sr. Social Media Specialist 720.523.6799 dmodica@adamscountyco.gov
Julie Jackson, Communications Supervisor 720.523.6409 JJackson@adamscountyco.gov
Alison Chan-Rodriguez, Sr. Graphic Designer 720.523.6784 achan-rodriguez@adamscountyco.gov
Randall Zwingler, Sr. Graphic Designer 720.523.6796 rzwingler@adamscountyco.gov
Joey Sykes, Digital Media & Accessibility Specialist 720.523.6104 jsykes@adamscountyco.gov
Wes Walker, Video & Multimedia Specialist 720.523.6379 wwalker@adamscountyco.gov
Nikki Wellander, Press Secretary 720.523.6790 nwellander@adamscountyco.gov
Shelby Streeter, Social Media Intern 720.523.6395 sstreeter@adamscountyco.gov

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