The judge/executive is like the CEO of a county. While having no judicial power, the judge/executive is the chair and a voting member of the Fiscal Court. Their main responsibilities are creating a county budget and administering the budget as approved by the fiscal court, oversight of the funds, appointing county personnel and forming relationships […]
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William Fuller: Why I’m running for Campbell Co. jailer
The following op-ed is written by William Fuller, a Republican candidate for Campbell Co. jailer My reason for running for the Office of Campbell County Jailer is simple. I care about bringing overdue change to Campbell County Jail and the purpose the Jail is meant to serve the community. I also hold the safety and […]
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Anna Zinkhon: Why I’m running for Campbell Co. judge/executive
The following op-ed is written by Anna Zinkhon, a candidate in the Republican primary for Campbell Co. Judge/Executive My candidacy for Campbell County Judge/Executive is about renewing our county government. This renewal can only happen with a change in current leadership. For too many years Campbell County’s Republican Party has been ruled by an executive committee of nine persons […]
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Chris Robinson: Why I’m running for Kentucky Senate District 24
The following op-ed is written by Chris Robinson, a candidate in the Republican primary for Kentucky Senate District 24 I reside and grew up in the 24th District. I, along with my wife Lisa, have lived in the District all of our lives. We currently reside on the corner of the family homestead in Grant’s Lick. […]
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Marc Fields: Why I’m running for Kenton Co. jailer
The following op-ed is written by Kenton Co. Jailer Marc Fields, a candidate for the office on May 17 My fellow Kenton Countians, In April of 2018, I was asked by Kenton County Jailer Terry Carl to join his leadership team as Chief Deputy of Administration. After 31 years of serving the citizens of Erlanger, […]
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Tony Schmiade: Why I’m running for Kenton Co. commissioner – District 2
Tony Schmiade is a Republican candidate for Kenton County Commissioner – District 2 My name is Tony Schmiade. I decided to run for Kenton County commissioner because there is too much government outreach. I am a lifelong county resident and 3rd generation public servant. I am not a career politician. I live on a small farm in […]
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Julie Smith-Morrow: Why I’m running for Newport city commission
The following op-ed is written by Julie Smith-Morrow, candidate for Newport city commission. I’m a candidate for Newport city commissioner. I ask for your votes on May 17 so I can advance to the November 8 general election. To help you decide to vote for me, I’ll explain why I’m running for commissioner. First, I […]
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Watch/Listen: GOP candidates for Senate District 20 answer questions
The Republican candidates in the May 17 primary election for Senate District 20, which was redrawn to include Boone County in a district that stretches into other counties to the south, all the way to Franklin Co., joined LINK nky for a candidates forum on Thursday. Phyllis Sparks, Calen Studler, Mike Templeman, and Gex “Jay” […]
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Battle for the 69th District heats up: Candidate Preview
The battle for the 69th House District Republican primary is proving to be one of the most contentious, as incumbent Adam Koenig (R-Erlanger) is facing Steven Doan (R-Erlanger). Koening is in his 16th year in the seat and recently passed major legislation on pari-mutuel wagering, but his bill on sports betting in Kentucky died in […]
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Meet the candidates running for Newport City Commission
The Newport City Commission is one of the most important institutions in the city. With the primary election approaching on May 17, Newport residents are eager to learn more about the candidates vying to become city officials. 2022 will prove to be a crucial year for Newport City Commission elections as two longtime commissioners, Jerry […]
