League of Women Voters to explain ballot issues Saturday in the Springs
The League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region will answer the question “What’s On Your Ballot?” Saturday morning in Colorado Springs.
The nonpartisan organization will explain issues on the November ballot from 10 a.m. to noon at Rockrimmon Library, 832 Village Center Drive.
The meeting is free. RSVPs are welcome, but not required, and can be sent to LWVPPR@gmail.com.
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