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 […]
Ken Rechtin: Why I’m running for Newport city commission
This op-ed is written by Ken Rechtin, candidate for Newport city commission. March is a fun month to me. The college hoops event called “March Madness” is the culmination of all the hard work the college basketball teams have done during the season and preseason. It is often said that one runs for office as […]
Marianne Proctor: Why I’m running for House District 60
This op-ed is written by Marianne Proctor, a Republican candidate in the primary election for House District 60. Sick of proposed gas taxes to further increase our pain at the pump? Sick of 15-year politicians who find it easier to create new taxes rather than to trim the bloated budget? Sick of politicians who have […]
Patrick Bailey: Why I’m running for Boone Co. District 2 constable
The following op-ed is written by Patrick Bailey, candidate for Boone County constable in District Two. My name is Patrick Bailey. I am running for the office of Constable in Boone County- District 2. I would like to share why I am running for Boone County Constable in District Two. I take great pride in […]
Mirna Eads: Why I’m running for House District 68
The following op-ed is written by Mirna Eads, a candidate in the Republican primary for House District 68 I am running for state representative for District 68 which includes Fort Thomas, Cold Springs, Highland Heights, Alexandria, Silver Grove, California, Melbourne and Camp Springs. I live in Fort Thomas. I am a nurse and a mother […]
Steve Rawlings: Why I’m running for House District 66
The following op-ed is written by Steve Rawlings, a candidate in the Republican primary for House District 66 What if voters elected a candidate who actually had their best interest in mind? How about a leader who does not care about what he gains from the system, but who actually wants to serve and help […]
Steven Larson: Why I’m running for Kenton Co. jailer
The following op-ed is written by Steven Larson, a candidate in the Republican primary for Kenton County Jailer My name is Steven Larson, and here is why I’m running this year for Kenton County Jailer. The Kenton County Jail has been troubled for years with issues of Excessive Force and failure to train lawsuits. This […]
Mike Radwanski: Why I’m running for Newport city commissioner
The following op-ed is written by Mike Radwanski, a candidate for Newport city commission. Contact him at Radwanskiforcommissioner@gmail.com or 248-736-0160. I’ve been all in for Newport from day one. Since buying my first home a decade ago, I’ve served as Gateway’s neighborhood rep, co-founded the Restoration Happy Hours, and, more recently, served on several citizen-driven steering […]
Brian Painter: Why I’m running for Campbell Co. commissioner
The following op-ed is written by Brian Painter, a candidate for Campbell County Commissioner in District 1. I am running for re-election as your District 1 Campbell County Commissioner to continue to make our county government more efficient. Over the last eleven years we have created a fantastic management team and we deliver services to […]

