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Secretary LaRose Appeals Federal Ruling: Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose announced this week that he will work with state attorneys to file an immediate appeal of a federal district court order enjoining a portion of Ohio’s motor voter law. Read more here.
Candidate Training Expanded: Secretary LaRose announced an expansion of the office’s training platform to include publicly available training opportunities to help equip candidates with the resources to understand Ohio’s election process. Read more here.
Voting Systems Update: The Ohio Board of Voting Systems Examiners met this week to review an updated electronic pollbook from Tenex Software Solutions. Electronic pollbooks help election workers check in voters at polling locations. The Board unanimously recommended approval of the update, but counties would not begin using it until after the November 2026 general election.
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Updates From Across Ohio
Secretary LaRose traveled to Mahoning County to Raise a Glass to Democracy. The Secretary encouraged those in attendance to get registered to vote and be a poll worker for the November 3 General Election. Thanks to everyone who joined us at Biker BrewHouse in Austintown. Every vote matters, so don't just talk, ACT by being a voter. Take the first step by registering today at VoteOhio.gov!
Northeast Regional Liaison Dustin Russell presented a commendation to Sam Cipriano and Mindy Leonard, the second- and third-generation owners of Guido’s Pizza in Ravenna, honoring the family-owned restaurant’s 60 years as a cornerstone of the community.
Eastern Regional Liaison Fiona Ruminski presented a proclamation at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Guernsey County’s new public services building. Commissioners Jack Marlin, Dave Wilson, and Bill Cowgill accepted the proclamation.
Northwest Regional Liaison AJ Nowaczyk presented Henry County Precinct Election Official Denise Etsler with the PEO of the Year Award, which was awarded at the Ohio Secretary of State 2026 Annual Conference. The honor recognizes her outstanding service and dedication to administering safe, secure and accessible elections in Henry County.
West Central Regional Liaison Brian Metzbower presented a commendation to Butch and Kim Knowlton in celebration of the opening of their new business, Sparkle Squad. The company provides professional exterior cleaning services to customers throughout the Dublin, Powell and Westerville communities.
In Case You Missed It:
LaRose Hosts ‘Raise a Glass to Democracy’ Voter Registration Event in Austintown
Secretary of State Frank LaRose traveled to Austintown Wednesday night for his statewide ‘Raise a Glass to Democracy’ event at the Biker BrewHouse. Those who attended the event received a card with a QR code linked to VoteOhio.gov on the Secretary of State’s website.
LaRose Promises Appeal of Ruling
Ohio’ will appeal a federal court ruling blocking a state law requiring a person to present proof of citizenship before registering to vote while applying for a state driver’s license.