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Pastor and former NAACP president runs for Congress
Democrat James Stockton is vying for the District 6 seat in the U.S. House of Representatives
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Let the races begin!
Here is an early look at who will be on the upcoming ballots and who will get to decide our local representatives.
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First-term State Rep. Ryan Chamberlin runs unopposed in GOP primary
Chamberlin will face a Democrat in the general election
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Belleview resident files candidacy for county commission
Sarah Dennis to run against incumbent McClain and challenger Blackwell
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New exemption possible for “granny flats”
A new exemption could reduce the tax assessment for properties with granny flats, in-law suites and other alternative dwellings, spearheaded by Marion County Property Appraiser Jimmy Cowan.