Republican candidates for various offices of government gathered at Cottonwood Park in Colorado City on May 30, 2026, for the first candidate forum held since the establishment of the Mohave County Republican Central Committee District 4.
Event organizers and attendees
The "Come Meet Your Republican Candidates" event was organized by District 4 Director Carl Pavilonis, his wife Renae Pavilonis, and a team of volunteers. The forum drew residents from the North Canyon region, including Centennial Park and Cane Beds, as well as three Washington County, Utah, commissioner candidates.
Notable high-profile participants
High-profile attendees included U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, who is running for re-election to Arizona's 9th Congressional District, and gubernatorial candidate David Schweikert. Other participants included Secretary of State candidate Gina Swoboda, State Treasurer candidates Elijah Norton and Katherine Haley, and Mohave County Supervisor Travis Lingenfelter.
Legislative and local candidates
The forum featured several candidates for the two Arizona House seats in Legislative District 30, including David Rose, Mike Gannuscio, Grace Hecht, and Caroline Strecker. Local Colorado City Town Council candidates Dale Barlow Jr., Dalton Barlow, Shelly Barlow, John Chatwell, and Lacy Blackmore also participated.
Primary election and voting information
The event served as a precursor to the July 21 primary election. Local officials, including Mohave County Recorder Lydia Henry, used the gathering to promote the early voting period that began June 24.
