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Today, we celebrate Frances Xavier Cabrini Day and the legacy of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini. In Colorado, Mother Cabrini established schools serving children of immigrant families, including Mount Carmel School and Queen of Heaven Orphanage School in Denver. Happy Cabrini Day!

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 21h

Nuggets basketball is coming to Boulder! 🏀🏔️ The Nuggets and Utah Jazz face off today at the CU Events Center, bringing NBA basketball back to Boulder and welcoming former Buff KJ Simpson back to Colorado. Let’s go, Denver Nuggets!

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 04/10/2026

Some of Colorado’s best businesses start at home, sometimes in the kitchen. Our new Cottage Food Act makes it easier for home bakers and food entrepreneurs to sell their creations directly to Coloradans starting January 1: k99.com/food-bakery-home-sell-food-…

Freshly baked cookies stacked on a kitchen counter with white brick walls and cabinets in a cozy home setting. Text overlaying image reading, "Your Neighbors Kitchen May Become The Hot New Bakery In NOCO."

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 04/10/2026

Welcome back to Colorado, Avs! After kicking off the season with an 8–4 win, the Colorado Avalanche are back at Ball Arena tonight for their second home game of the regular season against the St. Louis Blues. Here’s to another great season of hockey in Colorado. Let’s go, Avs!

Colorado Avalanche hockey player in full gear skating on ice with intense focus against a stormy blue background.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 03/10/2026

Colorado leaves its mark, even on the big screen. The Stanley Hotel inspired Stephen King’s The Shining, while The Changeling grew from a haunting story near Cheesman Park. The park’s history as a former cemetery has also drawn comparisons to Poltergeist.

Silver Creek, Colorado, in Stephen King's Misery was a fictional creation inspired by King's time living in Boulder, Colorado.

The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park inspired the Overlook Hotel in Stephen King's The Shining after King stayed there in 1974.

The Changeling draws from a haunting story connected to a historic Denver home near Cheesman Park.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 03/10/2026

Fall is here, kids are back in school, and flu season is here. Colorado has made it quick and easy to get flu and COVID-19 vaccines. We cut red tape so Coloradans who want vaccines can get them quickly. I encourage Coloradans to get vaccinated to protect our families and communities.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 03/10/2026

Colorado is investing $1 million in 17 efforts across the state to help prevent human-bear conflicts and keep our wildlife wild. Read about how Colorado is working to prevent bear conflicts: coloradosun.com/2026/09/29/colorado…

Black bear with a green ear tag standing on a wooden deck behind a glass door in a residential area.

Open freezer with frozen meat packages scattered on the wooden floor in a dimly lit room with wood-paneled walls.

Interior view of a rugged off-road vehicle showing the steering wheel, dashboard, and cluttered passenger seat area at night.

White framed screen door partially detached and leaning inward on a beige house exterior with a brass handle and outdoor lantern above.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 02/10/2026

Your ballot may be arriving soon or you already received it. Take some time to review your ballot, learn about the candidates and ballot measures, and prepare to make your voice heard. Find official voting information at GoVoteColorado.gov

Cartoon ballot, voting machine, and ballot box characters heading to a ballot drop box in front of a government building with 'Exercise your right to vote Colorado' text.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 02/10/2026

Colorado needs more veterinary professionals. That’s why we invested $50 million in Colorado State University to train the next generation of veterinarians and strengthen our veterinary workforce. CSU’s new 213,000-square-foot facility will expand education, research, and veterinary care.

Governor Jared Polis with First Gentleman Marlon Reis alongside university leader, Temple Grandin, and student celebrating the opening of the Colorado State University Veterinary Hospital and Education Complex.

Governor Jared Polis speaking to a crowd the opening of the Colorado State University Veterinary Hospital and Education Complex alongside university leaders and students.

Governor Jared Polis speaking at the opening of the Colorado State University Veterinary Hospital and Education Complex alongside university leaders and students.

Governor Jared Polis celebrated the opening of the Colorado State University Veterinary Hospital and Education Complex alongside university leaders and students.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 02/10/2026

I am devastated to hear about former Colorado Supreme Court Justice Melissa Hart’s passing. I’m grateful for her service to Colorado and commitment to fairness and equality. My thoughts are with her family, friends, and colleagues. Flags will fly at half-staff on the day of her memorial.

Portrait of Colorado Supreme Court Justice Melissa Hart smiling in front of a bookshelf filled with legal volumes.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 02/10/2026

The U.S. Treasury announced proposed rules for a new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit launching January 1, 2027. I’m glad the rules make clear that donations can support public school students and look forward to seeing more Colorado students benefit.

Governor Jared Polis in a classroom celebrating the confirmation that public school students qualify for the federal scholarship tax credit.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 02/10/2026

Rural healthcare providers face unique challenges, but this funding will help protect access to care across Colorado. These grantees were selected to strengthen rural healthcare, and I look forward to seeing how these investments help Coloradans and communities statewide.

Group of diverse Colorado officials and community members gathered outdoors to announce $170 million investment in rural healthcare funding.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 02/10/2026

Connecting Colorado schools with local farmers helps kids get nutritious meals to fuel learning. Colorado Proud Farm to School Meal Month celebrates our farmers and helps young Coloradans learn the importance of healthy, locally grown food.

Fresh broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and sliced yellow squash displayed in a school cafeteria salad bar promoting Farm to School Meal Month.

Informational graphic about Colorado Proud Farm to School Lunch program with participation stats and farm tour details.

Informational flyer detailing ways for Coloradans to participate in promoting local produce and agriculture education in schools.

Map of Colorado showing agricultural regions with icons representing crops and livestock like cattle, corn, and apples in Northwest, Northeast, East Central, Southwest, San Luis Valley, and Southeast areas.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 01/10/2026

Flu season is here. I got my flu shot today, and I encourage Coloradans to do the same. A quick jab can help protect you, your family, and the people around you this season.

Governor Jared Polis talking before receiving a vaccine shot from a happy healthcare worker wearing gloves indoors with American and Colorado flags in the background, at the Colorado Capitol.

Governor Jared Polis receives a vaccine injection from a smiling healthcare worker wearing gloves indoors with American and Colorado flags in the background, at the Colorado Capitol.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 01/10/2026

Learn more about how this new federal rule could affect access to lower-cost prescription medications: www.yahoo.com/news/us/arti...

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 01/10/2026

Looking for something spooky to do in Denver this October? Denver After Dark is bringing local history, spooky stories, and a little mystery to Capitol Hill and Cheesman Park, plus a new haunted bus tour. A fun way to see a different side of Denver this Halloween season.

Aerial view of Denver skyline at dusk with announcement of new haunted bus tours starting in October.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 01/10/2026

Colorado needs more nurses, behavioral health professionals, social workers and other health care workers. New federal student loan limits could make it harder to afford the education needed for these careers. We should be making it easier to build Colorado’s health care workforce.

Text explaining new federal student loan limits may increase graduate education costs, with background on Department of Education rules and financial transparency.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 01/10/2026

All Coloradans deserve access to high-quality health care close to home. Colorado is directing nearly $170 million in rural health grants to expand access to care, strengthen the health care workforce, improve maternal and pediatric care, expand telehealth, and modernize rural health care.

Map of Colorado showing rural healthcare grant distribution by county with darker purple indicating more grantees, highlighting Denver and Boulder areas with highest coverage.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 01/10/2026

A new federal rule could make it harder for Coloradans to save money on prescription drugs mailed from other countries. I’m calling on CBP and FDA to allow legitimate personal-use medications and make it easier for families to save money on health care, not harder.

Headline warns new customs rule may restrict affordable Canadian drug imports amid policy changes with a quote from Governor Polis who is calling on CBP and FDA to allow for legitimate personal-use medications and make it easier to save money.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 30/09/2026

🐻 Bears are great. 🗑️ Bear-accessible trash is not. Colorado is awarding $1 million in grants to 17 projects statewide to help prevent conflicts between people and bears. These grants will help keep bears away from trash and other food sources, keeping people and wildlife safe.

Black bear peeking over a blue dumpster with a speech bubble saying 'WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT YOUR TRASH' in a grassy area near a fence.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 30/09/2026

I submitted the maximum number of zones, with significant input from local leaders. These tax incentives can attract investment, create jobs, grow local economies, and support housing, infrastructure and businesses. Read more from The Denver Post

Bronze statue of a cowboy riding a bull outside the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Livestock Center with a water tower in the background.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 30/09/2026

Colorado remembers Corporal Stephen Biggs of the Pueblo Police Department, who died in a tragic boating accident on Lake Pueblo. We honor his service to the Pueblo community since 2010 and extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow officers.

Portrait of Corporal Stephen Biggs in Pueblo Police uniform with American flag backdrop.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 30/09/2026

Heavy rain and possible flash flooding are expected in southern Colorado through Thursday morning. If you live near a burn scar, including Aspen Acres, Hayden Pass, Junkins Park or Spring, stay alert and prepare now. Never drive or walk through flooded areas.

Map showing expected liquid precipitation in Pueblo, CO, with rainfall ranging from 0.25 to over 4 inches across various regions.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 30/09/2026

Colorado, winter arrives early! 🌨️ Expect cooler temps, rain, and mountain snow next week. Plan ahead and stay safe!

Dark stormy sky over a flat landscape with lightning, forecasting Colorado's first significant mountain snow and rain from a strong fall storm next week.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 29/09/2026

Have you made it into the mountains to experience Colorado’s fall colors? I recently took in the glowing golden aspens en route to an important healthcare announcement in Black Hawk. Fall is a special time in Colorado and one of the many reasons we’re fortunate to call this state home.

Man in black suit standing on grassy hillside with vibrant yellow autumn trees behind him.

Tall trees with bright yellow autumn leaves against a pale sky.

Man in a dark blazer and navy shirt standing among yellow-leaved trees in a forest during autumn.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 29/09/2026

Colorado is a national leader in space innovation, creating new opportunities for growth. Congratulations to Bridgit Mendler and retired Gen. David D. “DT” Thompson on joining the Space Foundation’s Board of Directors. Their expertise will help inspire the next generation of space leaders.

Portrait of actress Bridgit Mendler smiling against a dark blue background with Space Foundation news text.

Portrait of actress Bridgit Mendler smiling against a dark blue background with Space Foundation board announcement text.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 29/09/2026

Great to join tourism leaders in Breckenridge for the Colorado Governor’s Tourism Conference and celebrate an industry that supports jobs, small businesses, and communities statewide. In 2025, visitors spent a record $29.2B in Colorado!

Speaker addressing attendees at the Governor's Conference hosted by the Colorado Tourism Office with mountain-themed backdrop.

Smiling man in a suit stands next to a wooden sign reading 'Welcome to Colorful Colorado' with a scenic mountain and lake backdrop.

Man in a dark blazer speaking at a clear podium with a microphone, backed by a large scenic mountain and forest backdrop.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 29/09/2026

Today, we’re enhancing Colfax transportation with Bus-Only Lane Operations (BOLO) for faster, more reliable transit. This supports local businesses and offers Coloradans more travel options. As we prepare for East Colfax BRT, we’re connecting jobs, housing, and opportunities.

A modern urban street scene featuring a sleek bus rapid transit station with white arches and orange benches, adjacent to a contemporary building with large windows and circular orange accents, under a cloudy sky.

A speaker addresses an audience at an event celebrating the reopening of East Colfax BRT, announcing bus-only lane operations starting September 27, 2026, with a presentation slide displayed behind him.

A woman speaking at a podium during an event celebrating the reopening of East Colfax BRT with a projected sign announcing bus-only lane operations starting September 27, 2026.

A speaker in a suit addresses an audience at a podium during an event celebrating the reopening of East Colfax BRT, with a presentation slide behind him announcing bus-only lane operations starting September 27, 2026.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 29/09/2026

Halloween is a great time to explore Colorado’s history and scenic landscapes. From St. Elmo to Animas Forks, Colorado’s historic ghost towns offer a unique look at our mining past and a fun way to experience our state this fall.

Weathered wooden buildings of St. Elmo Ghost Town set against a mountainous Colorado backdrop under a clear blue sky.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 28/09/2026

Today, we awarded nearly $170 million in rural healthcare grants across Colorado. At Clinica Family Health & Wellness in Black Hawk, nearly $500,000 will help improve care in Gilpin County and strengthen access for rural Coloradans.

Group of professionals engaged in conversation outdoors under a blue canopy tent with a website URL visible.

Exterior view of a small medical clinic building surrounded by trees with autumn foliage and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.

Group of eleven diverse adults standing outdoors in front of a blue event tent with trees and a building in the background.

Man in dark suit speaking at a podium with the Colorado state seal outdoors near trees and a building.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 28/09/2026

Colorado’s farmers and ranchers help feed our communities and care for the land we love. With $13.7 million in new funding, more producers can strengthen operations, improve soil and water health, reduce erosion, and reach new markets, helping protect Colorado’s working lands for the future for all.

Announcement of over $13 million in funding to support conservation efforts for Colorado farmers and ranchers by the Department of Agriculture.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 28/09/2026

What a win, Broncos Country! Congratulations to the Denver Broncos on a great win over the Los Angeles Rams. Go Broncos!

Denver Broncos player celebrating a 30-26 victory with arms raised and a big smile.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 27/09/2026

Broncos Country, it’s game day! The Denver Broncos take on the Los Angeles Rams this Sunday. Let’s go, Broncos!

Two Denver Broncos players in helmets and orange jerseys preparing for the game against the Los Angeles Rams at 6:20PM MST.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 27/09/2026

Happy World Tourism Day! Travel invites us to explore, experience new perspectives, and support local communities. In 2026, nearly 100 million people visited Colorado, supporting 180,000 jobs. Today is the perfect day to discover all Colorado has to offer!

Scenic Colorado mountain landscape with autumn trees and a World Tourism Day message celebrating travel and cultural experiences.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 27/09/2026

Colorado’s 150th anniversary celebrates the people, places and experiences that shaped our state. Today we unveiled “Tracks Through Time” at Eldora Ski Area, inspired by our skiing history and love of the outdoors. Explore Colorado 150 art installations statewide and celebrate 150 years of Colorado!

Two people standing in front of a colorful mural featuring geometric shapes and a large white whale on a building's exterior wall.

Group of people gathered outdoors listening to a speaker under an orange tent with forested hills in the background.

Colorful mountain landscape mural with a rising sun painted on the side of a two-story building.

Woman with curly hair speaking at an outdoor podium during a public event with a blue banner in the background.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 26/09/2026

As a proud Do Your Part State, Colorado supports military-connected students and families. Public schools: join Blue Star Welcome Week, a national celebration honoring military families and helping students feel seen, valued, and welcomed.

Blue Star Welcome Week 2026 promotes support for military families who move frequently and face unique challenges.

Collage of community volunteers and a US map highlighting Blue Star Welcome Week events across the country for 2026.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 26/09/2026

Yesterday, I joined the opening of The Scout in Frisco, bringing 54 new homes for local workers. Teachers, nurses, service workers, and others who keep mountain communities running deserve to live closer to work. Thank you to everyone who made it possible!

Group of people standing in front of The Scout building holding a blue ribbon for a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Four adults engaged in conversation outdoors near a parking lot with mountains and pine trees in the background.

A speaker addresses a seated audience inside a white event tent during a formal gathering with media coverage.

Man in a dark blazer speaking at a podium with a microphone in an indoor setting.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 26/09/2026

Honored to celebrate Dolly Parton's amazing life, career, and legacy and proclaim September 25, 2026 as Dolly Parton Appreciation Day. Thank you to Imagination Library of Colorado, local partners, volunteers, and supporters for helping children across all 64 counties read, learn, dream, and imagine.

Musicians performing with guitars in a spacious, elegant room filled with an attentive audience standing and sitting on the floor.

Man in dark suit speaking at a podium with a city seal in a bright room with large windows overlooking greenery.

Two men posing for a photo indoors, one wearing a black cowboy hat and patterned shirt, the other in a dark blazer and purple polo shirt.

Two small dogs sit in a stroller decorated with inflatable guitars and microphones in a warmly lit room with wooden furniture.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 25/09/2026

Yesterday at Jackson Lake State Park, we honored Colorado’s history and the people who shaped it. Joseph Graves Jr.’s mural, Where Dreams Took Root, honors O.T. and Minerva Jackson and Dearfield, a thriving Black homesteading community. As Colorado turns 150, art helps keep these stories alive, too.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 25/09/2026

Today, 9/25, Colorado recognizes Dolly Parton Appreciation Day! Dolly’s love of reading reaches families statewide through the Imagination Library of Colorado. More than 93,000 children now receive a free book each month across all 64 counties, carrying her legacy forward one child at a time today!!

Official proclamation from the State of Colorado honoring Dolly Parton Appreciation Day with state seal and signature.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 25/09/2026

A little taste of Colorado could soon make its way into pockets across the country! I nominated Pueblo Chile for Colorado’s 2028 American Innovation $1 coin, celebrating generations of Southern Colorado agriculture, culture, and innovation.

2028 American Innovation dollar coin designs featuring the iconic Pueblo Chile, nominated by Gov. Polis to represent Colorado's heritage.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 25/09/2026

One more game at 20th and Blake. ⚾️ Thank you to the @rockies.com and all the fans who make Coors Field such a special part of Colorado. Let’s finish the season at home strong. Go, Rockies!

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 25/09/2026

Great to be at Morgan Community College today, with President Curt Freed, seeing how MCC is expanding opportunity across northeast Colorado. From nursing to education, MCC is helping more Coloradans earn degrees, build careers, and get ahead. Investing in education is investing in Colorado’s future.

Man in suit explaining a technical device with wires and components to a woman in glasses and blue sweater in a modern room.

Two men in business attire shake hands with a casually dressed man wearing a cap against a brick wall background.

Two men examine the inner mechanics of a vintage pinball machine in a workshop filled with tools and parts.

Two men discussing inside a vertical hydroponic farm with rows of plants growing on white panels under bright lights.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 24/09/2026

We’re investing in a stronger electric grid to give Coloradans lower-cost, more reliable energy. A $250 million grant will strengthen the Colorado-Texas connection, help us meet growing demand and keep power flowing during extreme weather while saving people money and building a more resilient grid.

Four men in suits stand behind a podium with the Colorado state seal, addressing an outdoor audience on a cloudy day.

Map showing proposed power line upgrades from Finney to Lamar, Colorado, highlighting increased transfer capacity and resilience benefits.

Map showing power transmission lines from Finney to Lamar, Colorado, including 345 kV and 230 kV routes with proposed connections.

Map showing a network of colored transmission lines connecting substations across Colorado, highlighting a project area near Lamar.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 24/09/2026

Pueblo chile on a dollar coin? I’m just saying, Colorado knows how to pick a chile. 🌶️

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 24/09/2026

Colorado is a national leader in EV purchases. New funds will add 270 fast-charging ports at 35 stations statewide, helping families from the Western Slope to the Eastern Plains switch to EVs, save money, and enjoy cleaner air.

Two people in outdoor gear stand beside a white electric vehicle with its trunk open near a charging station and kayaks on the ground.

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Governor Jared Polis @colorado.gov · 24/09/2026

Look up! ✨ Golden Gate Canyon State Park is now Colorado’s first Urban Night Sky Place. Protecting our dark skies helps wildlife and gives Coloradans a chance to see more stars. Our dark skies are one of Colorado’s incredible wild spaces.

Star-filled night sky over Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Colorado's first Urban Night Sky Place, showcasing the Milky Way above silhouetted trees.

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