County Party Websites:
Republican: http://ecrgop.com/
Democrat: http://elbertcodems.org
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State Party Websites
Republican: http://www.cologop.org
Democrat: http://www.coloradodems.org/
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Halloween Safety Tips from the Elbert County Sheriff's Office:
Check that the costumes are flame-retardant so the little ones aren't in danger near burning Jack-o-Lanterns and other fire hazards
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Keep costumes short to prevent trips, falls and other bumps in the night.
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Try make-up rather than a mask: Masks can be hot and uncomfortable, and they can obstruct a child's vision, which can be particularly dangerous in the evening and night and when crossing the street or climbing up or down steps.
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Make sure kids are wearing light colors, or put reflect tape on their costumes.
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Trick-or-treat in groups so they aren't a tempting target for real-life goblins. Parents should accompany young children. Make sure older kids are trick-or-treating with friends. Together, map out a safe route so parents know where they'll be. Tell them to stop only at familiar homes where the lights are on.
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Try to limit kids to trick-or-treating while it is light out. If it's dark, make sure someone has a flash light, the kids stick to well lighted streets, and they are using the flashlight!
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Remind the kids to never enter a stranger's home or car.
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Toys for Tots Parade!
November 2, the Elbert County Riders will be holding their 5th Annual Toys for Tots parade. Donations of unwrapped gifts or cash will be accepted at Integrity Auto through October 30th, between 8 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday. All cash donations are turned over to the US Marine Corps and used to by Christmas gifts for the children of Elbert County.
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The parade of vehicles includes US Marines, motorcycles, old and antique cars, the Elizabeth Fire Department and of course, Santa Clause will be there all day! The parade will start in Franktown, at the Stagecoach Saloon at 10 AM, parade through Elizabeth, and end at Casey Jones Park for music, door prizes, 50/50, food and family fun.
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Don't forget the teen agers in your gift giving. Gift certificates for music, I-tunes, etc. would be much appreciated!
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Mail In Ballot Information:
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If you requested a Mail In Ballot more than a week ago, and have not yet received it, please check with the Elbert County Elections office at 303-621-3127. The Elections Office, as of 10/17, was caught up with requests, and has been mailing the ballots the same day the request is received.
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Please note: there is a box on the form that must be checked to receive a Mail In Ballot. If the box was not checked, a Mail In Ballot will not be sent.
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To verify your voter registration, go here: Colorado Secretary of State's Election Page. Any questions to concerns, please contact Megan in the Elections Office at 303-621-3127.
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If you have not received your Mail In Ballot in a reasonable amount of time, you may obtain a replacement Mail In Ballot through the Elbert County Elections Office.
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There is NO option to cancel a Mail In Ballot to vote in person.
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Recently moved into Elbert County? Contact the Elections Office regarding updating your voter information.
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Do NOT forget to sign the Mail In Ballot envelope. If the envelope is not signed, the vote will be counted as provisional.
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The Blue Book for the 2008 Initiatives is posted here:
There are 18 state-wide initiatives listed. You will see a link at the top of the page to the Blue Book, the Fiscal Impact statements below, and the link to the Commission on Judicial Performance below that.
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Elbert County This Week
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Applications Accepted for Master Gardner Program
Kiowa or Simla Offices of the Elbert County Extension
95 Ute Ave., Kiowa or 325 Pueblo Ave., Simla
Monday, October 27th through Friday, October 31st, 9 AM to 4 PM
From the September issue of Lett-uce Inform You: "Anyone interested in gardening and helping others can apply for the Master Gardener Program. No particular gardening skill level is required. Applications may be obtained from the Elbert County Extension Office." Fee is $175. Additional information may be found in the September, 2008 Extension Newsletter. Please contact the office at 303-621-3162 or 719-541-2361 for information or an application.
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Flu Shot Schedule - By Appointment
Elbert County Public Health Office, 212 Comanche, Kiowa
Monday, October 27th, 8 AM to 4:30 PM
Please call 303-621-3144 for appointments.
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Flu Shot Schedule - Walk in Clinic
Elizabeth Fire Department, 155 West Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Wednesday, October 29th, 3 PM to 7 PM
This walk in clinics are open to the public. http://echealth.org/Events.php
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners
Kiowa Courthouse BOCC Hearing Room
Wednesday, October 29th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda for this week is not yet posted under "Meetings" found on the right side tool bar on http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov. For updates to meetings and other details, please check http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Colorado Indian Wars Presentation
Elbert Library, 24489 Main St., Elbert
Thursday, October 30th, 7 PM
Ric Morgan will present his research on the Indian attacks that took place in and around Elbert County during 1864 and 1868. He will also present newly discovered information form the Indian Depredation Claims filed with the government at that time. Mr. Morgan is a local resident who "has collaborated with Jeffrey Broome on research projects about Indian Attacks. Broome is a regional expert on the 1864 and 1868 Indian Wars, and he is a professor of philosophy and history at Arapahoe Community College." Elbert County News. For more information, please contact 303-648-3533 or 303-646-3416 or visit www.elbertcountylibrary.org
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Horror High
6345 Arrowhead Trail, Elizabeth
Thursday, October 30th, 7 PM to 10 PM
Friday, October 31st, 7 PM to 10 PM
Come join the fun, "for an exciting and scary night at Horror High. Find out what happened to the original Elizabeth High School and why it was shut down. Whey the original student body never got diplomas..." Price: Donations greatly appreciated benefiting the Elizabeth High School Cardinal Pride Marching Band!
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Pinecrest Community Church, 7165 N. Delbert Road
Friday, October 31st, 5 PM to 7 PM
This event is meant to provide a safe, warm and fun place for children and their families to come and have fun, meet neighbors and community members, and get all the candy they want! Food will be available for purchase: Hot dogs, brats, chili, pie, hot chocolate, hot cider, sodas. For more information, please contact Pinecrest Community Church at 720-851-2300. www.pinecrestonline.org
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Rattlesnake Fire Protection Halloween Night
Station #52, 125 Meadow Station Drive
Friday, October 31st
The Elbert County News. 10/23/2008: "Halloween night, Rattlesnake Fire Protection District will give families a safe place to trick or treat at Station 52."
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Kiowa Fire Department Kids' Halloween Party
Kiowa Fire Station #21, 403 County Rd. 45, Kiowa
Friday, October 31st, Dusk to ?
"Come join us for the annual Kiowa Fire Department Kids' Halloween Party. A fun and safe environment for the local kids in Elbert County. The members of the Kiowa Volunteer Fire Department throw a fun and kid-friendly Halloween party every year, and would love to see you there!" There will be a costume contest in 3 age groups, coloring contest for the little ones, game and prizes. Cookies, cupcakes, popcorn, punch and hot chocolate for everyone, and coffee for the adults! If you are interested in donating gift cards, please contact Stacy Morgan or Tasha Hulce at 303-621-2233. "We will gladly advertise your business at the party in honor of your contribution." www.kiowafire.com
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22nd Annual Kiowa Craft Fair
Kiowa Middle School Gym, 525 Commanche St & Hwy 86, Kiowa
Saturday, November 1
There will also be some booths in the high school cafeteria. This event is sponsored by the Kiowa Band Parents. Come shop for all types of crafts and homemade items form a wide variety of vendors. For more information, please call Kim Jacobs at 303-621-2115, ext. 3211. www.kiowaschool.org
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Blood Drive
Outback Liquor Parking Lot, in front of Security Title, Elizabeth
Saturday, November 1st, 9 AM to 1 PM
The Town of Elizabeth and Children's Hospital are sponsoring a blood drive on Saturday, November 1st. Call Susette Frausto at 303-646-6206 with questions or to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome!
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Kiowa Creek Community Church Fellowship Hall, 231 Cheyenne St., Kiowa
Saturday, November 1st, 7 PM
A murder mystery, audience participation, and dinner before the show! Tickets are $18 for adults, $10 for children from 7 - 12 years, and children younger than 6 are free. Proceeds will go to the Kiowa Creek Ladies Aid, which has supported Kiowa Creek Church for many years. For tickets to the show, contact the church at 303-621-2376.
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Lions Club Breakfast
Lions Club Hall, Kiowa
Sunday, November 2nd, 8 AM to 1 PM
Please come join your neighbors for a delightful and hearty breakfast at the Lions Club in Kiowa.
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Stagecoach Saloon, Franktown to Casey Jones Park, Elizabeth
Sunday, November 2nd, 10 AM
The run will leave from the Stagecoach in Franktown and end up at Casey Jones Park Pavilion in Elizabeth, with an escort from the Elizabeth Fire Department. A representative will be on hand to turn over the gifts to the Elizabeth Fire Department for distribution through the Elizabeth Firefighters Community Foundation (EFCF) the week before Christmas. All donations will go to kids in Elbert County. Members of the public are invited to bring their kids to Casey Jones Park on Nov. 2nd from 1 PM to 3 PM for candy and visits with Santa. Unwrapped gifts and monetary donations are being accepted through October 30th at Integrity Auto Repair, 33555 CR. 37 between 8 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday. Integrity is offering a 15% discount off labor through the month of October for those who drop off donations for EC Riders' Toys for Tots Run. EC Rider website: http://www.ecriders.org/events2.html
Integrity Auto Repair website: http://integrityautorepaircolorado.com/
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Kiowa Creek Thespians Production
Next Week's Events
Kiowa Creek Community Church Fellowship Hall, 231 Cheyenne St., Kiowa
Sunday, November 2nd, 4 PM
A murder mystery and audience participation! Tickets are $8 for adults and children, and children younger than 6 are free. Proceeds will go to the Kiowa Creek Ladies Aid, which has supported Kiowa Creek Church for many years. For tickets to the show, contact the church at 303-621-2376.
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Election Day
Various Precincts
Tuesday, November 4th, 7 AM to 7 PM
To locate your precinct voting location, please refer to your voter ID information to confirm your precinct number. Or, you may go to the Secretary of State's Voter Registration, once you have pulled up your information, you will find your precinct information by scrolling down the page to #11. The Polling Places are found at 2008 Election Polling Place Locations.
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Flu Shot Schedule - Walk in Clinic
Elbert County Public Health Office, 212 Comanche, Kiowa
Tuesday, November 4th, 7 AM to 7 PM
This walk in clinics are open to the public. http://echealth.org/Events.php
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners
Kiowa Courthouse BOCC Hearing Room
Wednesday, November 5th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda for this week is not yet posted under "Meetings" found on the right side tool bar on http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov. For updates to meetings and other details, please check http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Flu Shot Schedule - Walk in Clinic
Agate School, Agate
Wednesday, November 5th, 9 AM to 11 AM
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Elbert County Planning Commission
Kiowa Courthouse BOCC Hearing Room
Thursday, November 6th, 2008, 7 PM to 9 PM, est.
The Agenda for this week is posted under "Meetings" found on the right side tool bar on http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov. Currently, Bandera is scheduled to be heard by the Planning Commission this evening. For updates to meetings and other details, please check http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Elbert County Fiber Friends
The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Thursday, November 6th, 7 PM
This is a group of people who are interested in anything to do with fiber, i.e. spinning, knitting, crocheting, locker hooking, weaving; or raising the animals that produce fiber, i.e. goats, sheep, rabbits, yaks, alpacas, llamas or buffalo. There are no dues! Just come and have fun. Open to all levels, including beginners. For more information, please call Maria Hoover, 303-646-2665 or email mhoover@estreet.com.
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Elbert's 42nd Christmas Bazaar
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert Road
Saturday, November 8, 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Have lunch, a famous apple dumpling and shop for unique handcrafted gifts. Dozens of crafters at the Gates Community Hall and at the Elbert School lunchroom. Come see the wonderful exterior restoration underway at the Hall. Elbert is 16 miles N. of Highway 24 and 10 miles S of Kiowa on Elbert Road. For info call 303-648-3118 or 303-841-1047.
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Kiowa Creek Thespians Production
Kiowa Creek Community Church Fellowship Hall, 231 Cheyenne St., Kiowa
Saturday, November 8th, 7 PM
A murder mystery, audience participation, and dinner before the show! Tickets are $18 for adults, $10 for children from 7 - 12 years, and children younger than 6 are free. Proceeds will go to the Kiowa Creek Ladies Aid, which has supported Kiowa Creek Church for many years. For tickets to the show, contact the church at 303-621-2376.
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Kiowa Creek Thespians Production
Kiowa Creek Community Church Fellowship Hall, 231 Cheyenne St., Kiowa
Sunday, November 9th, 4 PM
A murder mystery and audience participation! Tickets are $8 for adults and children, and children younger than 6 are free. Proceeds will go to the Kiowa Creek Ladies Aid, which has supported Kiowa Creek Church for many years. For tickets to the show, contact the church at 303-621-2376.
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Business After Hours
Elizabeth Country Corner, 385 E. Grant St., Elizabeth
Thursday, November 13th, 5 PM to 7 PM
See unique gifts and decorating items in addition to home and ranch supplies. Meet other area business people, network and socialize. Refreshments will be provided. Form more information call Beverly Durant at 303-646-4287 or visit www.elizbethchamber.org
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Town of Kiowa 2009 Budget Hearing
Kiowa Town Hall, 404 Comanche St., Kiowa
Thursday, November 13th, 7 PM
Elbert County News Public Notices, 10/23/2008: "A proposed budget has been submitted to the Kiowa Board of Trustees for the ensuing year 2009; a copy of such proposed budget has been filed at the office of the Kiowa Town Hall, where same is open for public inspection; such proposed budge will be considered at the public hearing during the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees to be held" as listed above. Objections may be filed or registered prior to final adoption of the budget, scheduled for December 9th, 2009.
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Ginger's Legacy
Elizabeth Animal Hospital, 330 W. Kiowa Ave, Elizabeth
Saturday, December 6th, 1 PM to 5 PM
Ginger's Legacy is a non-profit that assists pet owners with emergency veterinarian care. Call 303-646-289 for details, or visit gingerslegacy.com
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Annual Luncheon
Spring Valley Golf Club
Thursday, December 18th, 11:30 AM to 1 PM
60th Anniversary of the Elizabeth Chamber. Presentation of the Business/Individual of the Year Award and voting in the Board of Directors. Menu/price to be determined. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/
