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Jane Doe vs. 10,000 Citizens: Why We Must Secure Our Votes
An attorney named Jane Doe recently filed a felonious lawsuit trying to block due process of the lawful act by ten thousand citizens to put a measure on the ballot requiring voter ID. The Save Act on the federal level, and the Voter ID on the state level are similar measures in process. Polls show at least 80% of the US population know that thirty million undocumented illegal noncitizens have already diluted their vote. Illegals obtain felonious ID’s from the DMV and free per
Letter to the Editor
21 hours ago3 min read


Shasta BOS Meeting: ROV Curtis' Transparency Praised Amid Supervisor Long's Optics Concerns
Redding, CA – January 23, 2026 – The Shasta County Board of Supervisors' regular meeting on Tuesday, January 20, showcased the county's ongoing commitment to election integrity, even as Supervisor Allen Long raised questions about Registrar of Voters (ROV) Clint Curtis' proactive public engagement. Local activist Laura Hobbs, during public comments, passionately defended Curtis' transparency initiatives while shedding light on alleged past irregularities, framing the discuss

Kari Chilson
Jan 234 min read


Gubernatorial Hopefuls Present Policy Plans to Redding Voters
A gubernatorial candidate forum was held at Faith Community Church in Redding on January 15th and was open to the public. Podcast and radio host, Kim Yeater along with Dr. Douglas G. Frank, election integrity advocate, were co-hosting the event. Five conservative candidates presented their ideas about how to fix various issues plaguing California. Election integrity was one of the issues discussed and given high priority by the candidates.

Elisa Ballard
Jan 185 min read


Shasta County to Host Gubernatorial Candidate Forum on Election Transparency
On Thursday, January 15, 2026, six grassroots candidates for California Governor will come together in Shasta County for a special candidate forum focused on election transparency and meaningful election reform. The event is being coordinated by the Take Our California Back Movement and the Shasta County Community. The event, titled a “Take Our California Back” Governor Candidate Forum, will feature: Lewis Herms, Scott Shields, David Collenberg, Leo Zacky, Coby Marcum, Dani

Elisa Ballard
Jan 132 min read


Debates Over Committee Appointments, Teamsters Upset About Cuts to Medical Benefits, and Another Arrest at Shasta County Board of Supervisors Meeting– January 6, 2026 (Summary Article)
This summarizes the January 6, 2026 Shasta County Board meeting, that includes the issues that were debated. Supervisor Matt Plummer was unable to garner enough support for his proposal to continue to serve on two committees, nor for his proposal to change the rules for how items are put on the agenda and the way the Board approves their raises. The Teamsters expressed anger at the BOS for wanting to cut their medical benefits, and an outburst at the meeting resulted in ano

Elisa Ballard
Jan 83 min read


Another Arrest Mars the Shasta County Board of Supervisors’ Meeting 1-6-26(Detailed Report)
This is a detailed report of the January 6, 2026 meeting of the Shasta County Board of Supervisors Meeting. Another arrest is made after a disruption and Supervisor Plummer's committee appointments are a point of contention, as well as his suggestions on changing the rules of placing items on the agenda and the way the Board receives pay raises for the cost of living increases.

Elisa Ballard
Jan 811 min read


Shasta County Board of Supervisors Meeting Recap
Supervisor Crye Reveals He Must Have Surgery to Have a Tumor Removed and Supervisor Kelstrom is Elected as Chair for the Board Next Year
Clint Curtis, Registrar of Voters (ROV) presented the November 4, 2025, Special Election results to the Board, stating that turnout for the election was approximately 65,000 voters, which was higher than expected since it was not a major election. General elections usually see 95,000 voters participating

Elisa Ballard
Dec 10, 202510 min read


Registrar Clint Curtis Exposes Flaws in California's System on KCNR's 'Jefferson State of Mine'
In a riveting hour-long broadcast that crackled with revelations, Shasta County's outspoken Registrar of Voters (ROV), Clint Curtis, joined hosts Terry Rapoza, Janet Chandler and Win Carpenter for the latest episode of Jefferson State of Mine on KCNR 96.5 FM and 1460AM. Airing live from downtown Redding on November 30, 2025, the show delved deep into the heart of California's electoral dysfunction, from suspiciously lopsided Prop 50 results to potential fraud in past Shasta p

Rex Ballard
Dec 3, 20257 min read


Registrar of Voters, Clint Curtis Has Managed to Revamp the Election Processes in Shasta County and Bring More Transparency to the Way the Votes are Counted
Registrar of Voters, Clint Curtis has managed to revamp the election processes in Shasta County and bring more transparency to the way the votes are counted.

Elisa Ballard
Nov 7, 20255 min read


Press Release: Shasta County Board of Supervisors Approves Adding Election Reform Initiative to the June Ballot
Today the Shasta County Board of Supervisors performed their ministerial duty to add our election reform initiative to the ballot.
Unlike the highly unpopular city tax measure that got placed on the ballot immediately for a special election, our initiative will be voted on by the people during the regularly scheduled June 2, 2026 primary election.
Save Shasta Elections
Nov 6, 20251 min read


Press Release: Local Election Reform Petition Certified on 10-23-25
After receiving over 10,000 signatures, the Shasta County petition for election reform was officially certified by the Registrars of Voters today. This local measure will now be placed before the voters in the next election. If successful, Shasta County will implement local control of their elections which will include voter ID, same day election results, and clean voter rolls.
Save Shasta Elections
Oct 23, 20251 min read


Shasta County Election Chief Clint Curtis Slashes Drop Boxes to 4: A Bold Move to Curb Fraud and Boost Voter Trust
In a decisive move to fortify election integrity, Shasta County Registrar of Voters Clint Curtis has slashed ballot drop boxes to just...

Kari Chilson
Sep 25, 20251 min read


Press Release: Citizens Submit Petition for Shasta County Charter Amendment on Election Reform
Today, Shasta Election Task Force (SETF) submitted over 10,000 signatures from voters to amend our county charter to enact local election reform and control including voter ID, same day election results, and clean voter rolls. The full text can be found at SaveShastaElections.Org . There is overwhelming public support for this petition which was a volunteer and grass roots effort. We are proud of our volunteers and fellow voters that made this happen. Election integrity is
Save Shasta Elections
Sep 15, 20252 min read


Charter County Measure Was Filed 17 Months Late - What Happened?
In March 2024, Shasta County voters approved Measure D to establish charter status, but a critical oversight delayed its implementation. County Counsel Joseph Larmour discovered in August 2025 that required certification paperwork had never been filed with the Secretary of State. The error, announced by Supervisor Kevin Crye, sparked debate over responsibility between former Deputy ROV Joanna Francescut and interim ROV Clint Curtis—both now candidates for the office.

Elisa Ballard
Sep 9, 20253 min read
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