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A race with no candidate: 7th Judicial District attorney Seth Ryan withdraws
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A race with no candidate: 7th Judicial District attorney Seth Ryan withdraws

By BRIAN PORTER | Rocky Mountain Voice Citing a nationwide shortage of attorneys and an inability to hire and retain them, along with for political and personal reasons, 7th Judicial District Attorney Seth Ryan, a Republican, is resigning. He gave a little more than a one-month notice and will not be in place on Election Day. Jessica Waggoner serves as the assistant district attorney, although it was not made clear whether she would lead the office following Ryan's departure. The 7th Judicial District includes the counties of Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, Ouray and San Miguel. There are 77,286 registered, active voters in those counties. "There is a nationwide and statewide shortage of attorneys that has been exacerbated by an economy that has shown historically low unem...
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‘Not the gold standard, a bit of fool’s gold’: Ganahl finds areas of election concern which must be addressed before Nov. 5
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‘Not the gold standard, a bit of fool’s gold’: Ganahl finds areas of election concern which must be addressed before Nov. 5

https://youtu.be/RgG-ysUlvq4 Ganahl talks about her concerns with Colorado's elections during a press conference outside the Capitol on Thursday afternoon. Lengthy analysis and research into one county’s 2022 election results has brought up some significant concerns, Heidi Ganahl, the Republican candidate for governor in 2022, announced Thursday in a press conference. “I’m concerned that Colorado’s elections are not the gold standard as proclaimed," Ganahl said, “but a bit of fool’s gold.” She is the founder and president of Rocky Mountain Voice, and a noted advocate for free and fair elections. “Verifying the integrity of election systems is not the exclusive role of law enforcement, but the right and duty of the citizens, and the delegated responsibility of...
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Colorado Springs man sues Rep. Elisabeth Epps, attorney general for blocking him on X
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Colorado Springs man sues Rep. Elisabeth Epps, attorney general for blocking him on X

By Marissa Ventrelli | Colorado Politics A Colorado Springs man is suing Rep. Elisabeth Epps, D-Denver, for blocking him on X (formerly Twitter), an act he alleges violates his First Amendment rights.  According to the lawsuit, which names Epps in both her official capacity as a legislator and her personal capacity as a Colorado resident and Colorado Attorney Philip Weiser in his personal capacity, Epps blocked Michael Freeman from her @elisabethepps X account following an exchange about a bill she was sponsoring during the 2024 legislative session.  Freeman, who describes himself as "politically independent and a staunch advocate for constitutional rights and rational legislation," goes by the handle @TheAntiGrifter and frequently posts and retweets right-leaning conten...
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Judge invalidates faction’s vote to remove Colorado GOP Chairman Dave Williams
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Judge invalidates faction’s vote to remove Colorado GOP Chairman Dave Williams

By Jesse Paul | Colorado Sun Opponents of Colorado GOP Chairman Dave Williams didn’t have enough support when they voted to remove and replace him at a meeting in August, a judge ruled Wednesday night. The ruling invalidating the votes all but guarantees that Williams will remain chairman through the November election and that Eli Bremer, who claims to have been elected to replace Williams at the meeting last month in Brighton, is standing on unsteady legal ground. Even if an appeal is launched, there’s likely not time before Election Day — Nov. 5 — for it to be resolved. El Paso County District Judge Eric Bentley ruled that Williams’ opponents did not have the necessary votes — 60% of the roughly 400 members of the Colorado GOP central committee — to remove Williams fro...
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In run for state board of education, Yazmin Navarro calls for more voter interaction, education and assistance
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In run for state board of education, Yazmin Navarro calls for more voter interaction, education and assistance

By BRIAN PORTER | Rocky Mountain Voice As the wife of a U.S. Marine and a mother, Yazmin Navarro experienced education models in America and abroad. Those varied experiences as a student and parent, working with at-risk youth and an upbringing with "education at forefront for success" are among the reasons Navarro chose to seek election in Colorado's 8th District to the state board of education. Navarro, the Republican nominee, is being opposed on the general election ballot by Democrat Rhonda Solis. The campaign trail has led Navarro to draw some conclusions which she shared Monday, Sept. 23, on a grassroots call headed by former Sen. Kevin Lundberg. "I'm seeing [Democrats] out there registering voters," Navarro said. "Why can't Republicans do more of that? I want to see us ou...
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Taxpayers gave $50 million to Thornton’s Solid Power to expand, prove out EV battery technology
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Taxpayers gave $50 million to Thornton’s Solid Power to expand, prove out EV battery technology

By Michael Booth | The Colorado Sun Thornton-based Solid Power has a $50 million federal grant to ramp up development of the solid-state EV batteries it considers the technology of the near-future in automobiles, putting the company closer to its goal of developing a mass production facility in the eastern U.S. or Korea.  The current EV battery market is dominated by liquid-based lithium-ion versions, and solid-state researchers believe their models are safer and offer more driving range to settle “range anxiety” fears among potential buyers. The federal grant for Solid Power, announced Friday, will allow the company to expand to a continuous manufacturing line in Colorado of the sulfide-based solid electrolytes to replace the smaller batch system currently in place.  READ TH...
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Water roundtable sought common ground to secure a future with water
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Water roundtable sought common ground to secure a future with water

By Jen Schumann | Contributor, Rocky Mountain Voice Water is essential. Everyone needs it, from cities to farms, but how it is managed can be quite a puzzle. As water scarcity and climate challenges grow, Colorado leaders gathered at the recent Colorado Water Roundtable Event to discuss the future of water management.  With the 2007 Interim Guidelines expiring in 2026, stakeholders are seeking solutions to protect the state's water. These include agricultural, municipal, environmental and tribal groups. Merging current demands with future planning Andy Mueller, general manager of the Colorado River District, stressed the need for long-term planning. It is urgent. "Media in the lower basin states often claim they're alone in seeking solutions to water demands and drou...
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Colorado Federation of Republican Women hear from Legere, Fidura at fall meeting
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Colorado Federation of Republican Women hear from Legere, Fidura at fall meeting

By Juliann McPadden | Special to the Rocky Mountain Voice The 86th annual Colorado Federation of Republican Women’s fall meeting recently concluded in Glenwood Springs. The Leadership Institute provided an informative "Get Out the Vote" and grassroots lobbying workshop. A new club, the Garfield County Republican Women, were also welcomed. Lorie Legere, the National Federation of Republican Women's regional director, provided an informative talk on activities at the national level on Saturday. Members also participated in the formal Inaugural Ball during the event on Saturday. On Sunday, Republican National Committeewoman Christy "Ruckus" Fidura addressed members and provided an update on her activities. The president of the Colorado Federation of Republican Women is Judith Jerg...
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In 3rd District, Club 20 debate unveiled sharp contrast between candidates Hurd, Frisch
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In 3rd District, Club 20 debate unveiled sharp contrast between candidates Hurd, Frisch

By Lindy J. Browning | Contributor, Rocky Mountain Voice While both candidates have successfully identified issues that are top of mind for voters in the U.S. House District 3 race -- primarily the economy, border, health care, public lands, agriculture and water issues -- a Club 20 debate last week on the Western Slope showcased a sharp contrast in both candidates' specific policy solutions and demeanor. In his opening statements, Adam Frisch, the Democratic nominee, told the audience: “I’m here tonight because rural Colorado has been left behind and ignored. Everyone feels forgotten, misunderstood and taken advantage of by Denver and D.C.” “We are tired of the 'Angertainment' that seeps into our lives. It’s destructive to our families and communities. I just don’t have any room ...
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Have you ever wondered about the process for military and overseas ballots? Here’s how it works in El Paso County
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Have you ever wondered about the process for military and overseas ballots? Here’s how it works in El Paso County

By Dara Korn | Fox 21 News The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office sent over 6,100 General Election ballots to voters under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA), including military members, their dependents, and citizens living abroad. “We ensure every eligible voter is enfranchised, with special accommodations provided for our out-of-state military and citizens living out of the country,” said Clerk Steve Schleiker. “These voters receive ballots in advance of others and have an 8-day extension to return their ballot. Our duty to them and all voters is to guarantee their democratic right to vote is uncompromised by their circumstances.” READ THE FULL STORY AT FOX 21 NEWS
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