Kincannon Proposes ‘Lean’ Budget
The $499 million spending plan includes money for more police officers, housing, sustainability efforts and infrastructure, without requiring a tax increase.
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April 24, 2026The school system’s $717 million spending plan would provide raises for all employees, but cut teaching positions.
April 23, 2026Three candidates who have never held an elective office — Ronnie Rochelle, Justin Cofer and Kimberly Glenn — are running in the Republican primary.
April 22, 2026At the end of a tumultuous term, incumbent Justin Biggs faces challenges from Register of Deeds Nick McBride and former Trustee’s Office employee Barry Hawkins.
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April 17, 2026Garrett Holt and Liz Tombras are facing off in the GOP primary in an echo of their County Commission District 4 contest two years ago.
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