Greg Forrister

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County Commission, School Board races see decision for 2027 with primary votes

At least one County Commission seat and three school board seats on Tuesday night were decided for the upcoming terms by voters in local primaries, but there are two local races that will still be on…

By Kevin The Editor · May 20, 2026

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PRIMARY RESULTS: Polk County voters come out to polls for May decision on local races

The votes have been cast and the primaries – for most races – are coming to a close. Others will require a run-off (especially in crowed statewide races) as the parties determine who will be on…

By Kevin The Editor · May 19, 2026

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VOTE 2026: Ballot set as qualifying closes with local primary and general elections in store

Usually, Polk County sees many of its races decided in May without contested elections for November between candidates from two parties. The GOP has for more than a decade provided the large majority of the slate…

By Kevin The Editor · March 6, 2026