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America is celebrating 250 years!
Don't miss the Capitol Celebration, July 4. It's a free day of music, family activities, history, and community, featuring Idaho's own Josh Ritter and more.
Learn more, volunteer, or find local events at america250.idaho.gov. 🇺🇸 #America250
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Idaho's America250 Capitol Celebration is almost here! 🇺🇸
Join us July 4 for a day of celebration and a free concert featuring Idaho's own Josh Ritter!
We're looking for volunteers to help make this historic day a success.
Sign up: forms.sos.idaho.gov/a250-vol…
#America250
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Idaho Secretary of State retweeted
Secretary of State Phil McGrane highlights upcoming celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in his weekly newsletter:
@IDSecOfState
gemstatechronicle.com/2026/0…
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It was great visiting with @CongMikeSimpson and showing him the new Idaho Blue Book! This reimagined visual almanac highlights Idaho’s rich history, culture, and growth. For a little perspective, we dug up the 1935 edition, a great illustration of how far our state has come.
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Idaho Secretary of State retweeted
Idaho’s main street entrepreneurs are like no other and drive the small businesses that fuel our economy. Join me this Friday in thanking these Idahoans for all they do for the Gem State and #supportlocalgems
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We selected counties up for hand-count audit in the post-election audit random draw today at the Capitol with fellow Board of Canvassers member @IdahoController Woolf. The following counties were drawn:
✅Franklin
✅Canyon
✅Lemhi
✅Gooding
✅Owyhee
✅Butte
✅Power
✅Ada
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Today at 1 pm MT, the Board of Canvassers will randomly select counties & precincts for an audit of the May 2026 primary election results. Audits verify the accuracy and security of elections.
Watch the audit draw live at the following link:
idahoptv.org/shows/idahoinse…
#VoteIdaho
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We’ve been highlighting the 12 Principles of Idaho's Elections, &today marks the 12th & final principle.
All election audits are conducted by hand counting paper ballots, creating a secure and auditable record voters can trust. The process begins with a random draw this Friday.
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The election might be over, but we’re not finished highlighting Idaho’s 12 Principles of Elections! 🗳️
Random audits of precincts and counties are conducted after each primary and general election, Learn how we verify accuracy at VoteIdaho.gov
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A huge thank you to our county clerks, election staff, & poll workers who put in the long hours to make Election Day possible. Your hard work, professionalism, and commitment to public service matter.
And thank you to every Idahoan who showed up and voted. See you in November!
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Polls are now closed across the state.
Results will be updated throughout the evening as ballots are counted and verified. Visit VoteIdaho.gov for the latest results: voteidaho.gov/election-resul…
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Final stretch of voting across #Idaho for the 2026 May Primary! Questions about how the in-person process works? Follow along with Secretary of State Phil McGrane as he casts his vote. Find voter resources and information at VoteIdaho.gov. Polls close at 8 P.M.
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Still hanging onto an absentee ballot? Drop it off at your local elections office or an official ballot drop box. Ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on Election Day to be counted.
Visit VoteIdaho.gov for Election Day information. Get out and vote Idaho!
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It's Primary Election Day in Idaho! Polls are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Everything you need to vote can be found at VoteIdaho.gov:
🗳 Finding your polling place
🗳 Previewing your sample ballot
🗳 Checking your voter registration
Make a plan & cast your ballot!
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Tuesday is Election Day in Idaho!🗳️
Make sure you're #VoteReady before you head to the polls by visiting VoteIdaho.gov.
Polls are open Tuesday, May 19, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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We're counting down the 12 Principles of Idaho's Elections as we count down to the Election on Tuesday.
Before every election, Idaho counties conduct public Logic & Accuracy testing on all voting systems to help ensure equipment is functioning properly before ballots are cast.
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As we continue highlighting the 12 Principles of Idaho's Elections, we're focusing on voting system testing.
All voting systems are tested and certified ✔️for use by the U.S. Election Assistance Commission and our office.
Cast your ballot on May 19 with confidence!
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It was an immense honor to serve as Master of Ceremonies for today's Capitol service honoring Governor Dirk Kempthorne. Governor Kempthorne left an indelible mark on our great state, and his impact will continue to be felt for decades to come.
Esto Perpetua, Governor.
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Today is the LAST day of early voting before Idaho’s May Primary Election! 🗳️
Part of the 12 Principles of Idaho's Elections is making voting accessible, with early voting, in-person voting on Election Day from 8 am to 8 pm or by absentee. VOTE May 19!
VoteIdaho.gov
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The May Primary Election is next week, and we’re continuing to highlight Idaho’s 12 Principles of Elections! 🗳️
In Idaho, you can view your personalized sample ballot at VoteIdaho.gov. Because knowing what's on the ballot makes voting easier.
#VoteIdaho
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