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LOCAL ELECTIONS ARE OVER SOME ARE GLAD--OTHERS SAD We had a lot of good, local candidates running for various offices. Most candidates were diligent about working to gain votes. Campaigning is hard work and expensive also. We owe a debt of gratitude to anyone who would offer themselves for public office. I’m often disappointed for the loser because I know how hard they tried. A lot goes into someone getting elected and it’s not always the most qualified. Personalities, organization, money and out working their opponent oft...
The ballots are in and the voters of Orange County have spoken. Super Tuesday sparked a lot of voter interest across the country on Tuesday, including Texas. Voters in Orange County were just as interested in the Presidential races this Primary period, but there were several local races of interest as well. The Orange County Republican ballot was loaded with local races. Orange County Sheriff Keith Merritt was successful in his bid for re-election as he defeated challenger David Smith by a vote of 11,173 to 3,067. Merritt's v...