In May, incumbent Rep. Savannah Maddox (R-Dry Ridge) breezed through the Republican primary. Maddox, who is also running for governor, faces Democrat Debby Lucas Angel in the general election for House District 61. Both candidates answered questions about their campaigns ahead of the election. Here are their answers, which have been edited for clarity. Tell […]
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House District 66 Preview: Democrat Tim Montgomery vs. Republican Steve Rawlings
Republican Steve Rawlings toppled fellow Republican incumbent Rep. Ed Massey (R-Union) in the May primary. Massey — who has represented District 66 since 2019 and previously served on the Boone County board of education and was the House House Judiciary Committee chairman — was easily defeated by challenger Rawlings who tallied 2,695 votes to Massey’s […]
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Meet the seven candidates running for Newport City Commission
The Newport Board of Commissioners serves as one of the most important institutions of the city, deciding on matters related to the city budget, infrastructure and policy. November will prove to be an important election for the commission because longtime city leaders Jerry and Frank Peluso chose not to seek reelection. There are two incumbents […]
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Candidates for Edgewood mayor answer questions
Longtime incumbent Edgewood Mayor John Link faces a challenges this election from Mike Thelen. Both candidates talked with LINK nky ahead of the Nov. 8 vote. Mike Thelen, challenger Mike Thelen was born and raised in the city, is married and has a grown daughter. Thelen attended Covington Latin School and Covington Catholic High School, […]
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How will Democrat Matt Lehman fare against incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie?Â
“Massie’s a drumbeater,” said Campbell County voter Steven Groh. “Wanting to make politics into sides.” Groh traveled from his nearby home to Falmouth to listen to Democrat Matt Lehman speak in August at Howard’s Place Restaurant. Tucked in the back of the restaurant on Route 27, Lehman talked to a handful of voters about his campaign […]
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Highland Heights Mayor Greg Meyers Offers Thoughts on Reelection
LINK nky recently corresponded with Highland Heights Mayor Gregory Meyers about issues important to his upcoming reelection campaign. Read our conversation below. Note: Some responses have been edited for space and clarity. LINK: Why are you running, and what would be your top priority if elected? Greg Meyers: This will be my fifth term as […]
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Fort Thomas City Council candidates discuss city priorities and more
Eight candidates are vying for six seats on the Fort Thomas City Council this November. With only three incumbents in the mix, at least half of the next council will be new faces. As part of LINK nky’s efforts to keep our community informed and prepared for the upcoming elections, we asked each candidate the […]
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In Independence mayoral race, Hammond challenges incumbent Reinersman
Incumbent Independence Mayor Chris Reinersman is challenged in November by political newcomer Desiree Hammond. Both candidates spoke with LINK nky ahead of the Nov. 8 election. Chris Reinersman Chris Reinersman is currently finishing his second term as mayor of Independence and he would like to have four more years. Reinersman and his wife and three […]
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In Taylor Mill, Blackburn challenges incumbent Bell for mayor
Incumbent Taylor Mill Mayor Dan Bell faces a challenge in November from Mike Blackburn. Both candidates spoke to LINK nky about their campaigns. Mike Blackburn Mike Blackburn is a lifelong resident of Taylor Mill. He was born and raised there and has a grown son. He is the owner of a roofing and remodeling company. […]
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Southgate Mayor Jim Hamberg offers thoughts on issues ahead of election
Jim Hamberg is the incumbent mayor of Southgate, who is running unopposed in this year’s election. LINK nky reached out to him to get his thoughts on the issues he thinks are most important for Southgate. Note: responses have been edited for space and clarity. LINK: Why are you running, and what would be your […]
