A Guide to the Choices Facing Southcentral Kentucky Voters in the May 22 Primary Election 2018

APRIL 29, 2018 VOTER’S GUIDE A guide to the choices facing Southcentral Kentucky voters in the May 22 primary election 2018

Moderated political forum featuring candidates running for the 20th District House seat Bowling Green Junior High School 6 p.m. • Thursday, May 3, 2018 Please Attend or watch LIVE video on the Bowling Green Daily News Facebook page! 2 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky INTRODUCTION

By the Daily News In an effort to aid Warren County voters in making informed selections at the polls during the 2018 primary election May 22, the Bowling Green Daily News invited candidates in local races to respond in writing to a standard questionnaire. More than five dozen people filed for the primary election in races that appear on the Warren County ballot, giving 2018 one of the largest groups of candidates in recent memory. More than 50 of them provided responses to the Daily News, and their answers comprise the bulk of this 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide. The Daily News has taken several steps to present the candidates as fairly as possible in this publication: • Respondents were given a word limit for their answers to each question – some candidates chose not to use the full length allow- ance, which is why some of the candidates’ responses are shorter than others. • Candidates in each race have been placed in alphabetical order, so there should be no perceived preference for a particular party or candidate. • The Daily News newsroom staff chose to make exceptionally minimal edits to the responses provided by the candidates. For the most part, the Daily News staff limited its edit- ing work to correcting significant typograph- ical or formatting errors, which means some spelling or grammatical errors will remain in this publication. The newspaper took this approach mainly so that our editors would not inadvertently influence, enhance or otherwise alter the candidates’ intended messages. An online version of this publication is available at bgdailynews.com. In addition, the Daily News is host- ing a public forum for candidates for the 20th District seat in the Kentucky House of Representatives at 6 p.m. Wednesday in the auditorium at Bowling Green Junior High School, 900 Campbell Lane. This free event is scheduled to feature all eight Democratic and Republican candidates running for the seat being vacated by state Rep. Jody Richards, D-Bowling Green. INDEX Warren County polling places Page 3 U.S. House, 2nd District Pages 4-5 State House races Pages 6-15 State Senate Page 16 Circuit Court Clerk Pages 17-18 Commonwealth’s Attorney Page 18 Coroner Page 18 Jailer Page 18 Property Valuation Administrator Page 21 Judge-Executive Page 23 Sheriff Pages 24-25 Constable Page 26 Magistrate Pages 26-30 Warren County candidate list Page 31 Barren County ballot Page 32 Logan County ballot Page 32 Allen, Simpson, Edmonson and Butler county ballots Page 34

All ballots appear courtesy of the Kentucky Secretary of State’s website. The Warren County precinct list on Page 3 is according to information on the Warren County Clerk’s website. Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 3 WARREN COUNTY POLLING PLACES A101 – PEACHTREE 303 Lovers Lane, Bowling Green Warren Central High School D107 – THREE FORKS 271 Hadley School Road, Bowling Green F112 – DRAKES CREEK 559 Morgantown Road, Bowling Green Three Forks Fire Station Drakes Creek Middle School A115 – WATTS MILL HWY 1297-6906 Gotts Hydro Road, Smiths F101B – WOODBURN 704 Cypress Wood Lane, Bowling Green C107A – HUNTING CREEK B112A – STONEHENGE Grove Woodburn Community Center C108 – CEDARWOOD B113A – JENNINGS Fletcher Street, Woodburn A102A – CROSSRIDGE Christ United Methodist Church B114A – DOUGLAS D104E – OAKLAND A113A – CAMPBELL 716 Cave Mill Road, Bowling Green B115A – VALLEYVIEW Oakland Community Center B201A – 17-2-1 101 Main St., Oakland F102 – PLANO Living Hope Baptist Church F118 – LARMON MILL 2232 Smallhouse Road, Bowling Green A201 – 19-1-1 B202A – 17-2-2 A202 – 19-1-2 B203A – 17-2-3 D105 – GOTT Plano Elementary School A103A – MUNICIPAL PARK A203 – 19-1-3 B204A – 17-2-4 Gott Community Center 2650 Plano Road, Bowling Green A104A – POTTER GRAY A204 – 19-1-4 B205A – 17-2-5 5656 Porter Pike, Bowling Green Potter Gray Elementary School A205 – 19-1-5 B206A – 20-2-6 F103 – DRAKE E110A – MILLERS 610 Wakefield St., Bowling Green D108 – MT VICTOR D106 – WARREN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Martha’s Chapel Baptist Church D115A – SMITH E111A – WHISPERING HILLS Warren East Middle School 10084 Woodburn Allen Springs Road, Alvaton Briarwood Elementary School E112A – SPRINGHILL 7031 Louisville Road, Bowling Green A105 – NATCHER 265 Lovers Lane, Bowling Green Henry F. Moss Middle School A106 – GRIDER POND 2565 Russellville Road, Bowling Green D109 – CUMBERLAND TRACE F104 – ROCKFIELD Natcher Elementary School B101A – BG TOWERS D110 – HILLSIDE F117A – WINDOVER 1434 Cave Mill Road, Bowling Green Bowling Green Towers (lobby) C101A – BG JR HIGH D116 – FRUIT OF THE LOOM F201 – 17-6-1 1149 College St., Bowling Green C102A – CARVER HARRIS Cumberland Trace Elementary School Rockfield Elementary School A107A – BRIARWOOD Bowling Green Junior High School 830 Cumberland Trace Road, Bowling Green 7597 Russellville Road, Bowling Green A110A – EASTWOOD B102A – WEST 11TH 900 Campbell Lane, Bowling Green A116A – STEEPLECHASE B104A – CHURCH ST D112 – RIVERVIEW F105 – RICHPOND A117A – WRENWOOD B105A – DELAFIELD C103A – TC CHERRY SCHOOL St. James United Methodist Church F115A – GREYSTONE A118A – MOORELAND Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary School C105A – CABELL 575 Winfield Drive, Bowling Green South Warren Middle/High School B109A – FAIRVIEW 165 Webb Drive, Bowling Green T.C. Cherry Elementary School 8140 Nashville Road, Bowling Green Eastwood Baptist Church 1001 Liberty Ave., Bowling Green D113 – BRISTOW 500 Eastwood St., Bowling Green B103A – HILLVIEW D114 – COUNTRYSIDE B106A – REELS C104A – MCNEILL Bristow Elementary School F106 – MATLOCK A108A – SHIVE KIEL Forest Park Baptist Church C110A – BIG RED 6151 Louisville Road, Bowling Green Plano Baptist Church A114A – HARTLAND 520 Old Morgantown Road, Bowling Green W.R. McNeill Elementary School 600 Plano-Richpond Road, Bowling Green Bowling Green High School 1800 Creason St., Bowling Green E101 – BLUE LEVEL 1801 Rockingham Lane, Bowling Green B107A – GREENMEADOWS Browning Fire Station No. 2 F107 – MOTLEY B108A – OCTAGON CASTLE C106A – CRESTMOOR 333 Kitchens S. Road, Bowling Green Crosspoint Church A109A – GREENWOOD E107 – CEDAR GROVE F113 – HUNTERS CROSSING 5737 Cemetery Road, Bowling Green F116A – BLUEGRASS E201 – 19-5-1 Lost River Elementary School E102 – SANDHILL F119A – JFS E202 – 19-5-2 450 Modern Way, Bowling Green Anna Community Center F108 – ALVATON E203 – 19-5-3 4275 Anna Sandhill Road, Bowling Green Greenwood High School Old Alvaton School Gym 5065 Scottsville Road, Bowling Green E204 – 19-5-4 C111 – HIDDEN RIVER E205 – 19-5-5 C112 – THREE SPRINGS E103 – RICHARDSVILLE 6350 Old Scottsville Road, Alvaton E206 – 19-5-6 Jody Richards Elementary School E105 – RIVERSIDE A111A – AIRPORT E207 – 19-5-7 2100 Elrod Road, Bowling Green Richardsville Community Center F109 – TRAMMEL CREEK Airport Terminal Building E208 – 19-5-8 1779 Richardsville Road, Bowling Green F111 – OLDE STONE 1000 Woodhurst St., Bowling Green E209 – 19-5-9 D101D – SMITHS GROVE Phil Moore Park Jaycees Pavilion at Lampkin Park North Warren Elementary School E104 – DAVENPORT 7101 Scottsville Road, Alvaton A112A – MIDDLE BRIDGE 940 Morgantown Road, Bowling Green 420 College St., Smiths Grove Barren River Baptist Church D201 – 20-4-1 5630 Barren River Road, Bowling Green D202 – 20-4-2 F110 – HARDCASTLE B110A – BROADWAY D102C – PLUM SPRINGS Alvaton Fire Station No. 2 D203 – 20-4-3 13th Street Club D111A – NORTHGATE E106 – BROWNING D204 – 20-4-4 1013 E. 13th Ave., Bowling Green E109 – MEADOWLAND Browning Fire Station 8352 Cemetery Road, Bowling Green D205 – 20-4-5 BRADD Conference Center 3866 Browning Road, Rockfield D206 – 20-4-6 B111A – CENTRAL 177 N. Graham St., Bowling Green F114 – SUTHERLAND FARMS D207A – 20-4-7 C109A – CSX RAILROAD E108 – HADLEY Parks and Recreation, Basil Griffin Park Warren County Board of Education E113A – RES-CARE D103 – HYDRO Hadley Community Center 2055 Three Springs Road, Bowling Green

Mike Clay, District #4 Magistrate (candidate)

Born and raised in Warren County and never left. WKU graduate with a degree in Information systems with a minor in Banking. Local business owner for 34 years. During that time I also worked for an area bank and major corporation serving those years in computer management. I have the experience in both the “real world” working for myself and the “corporate world” managing million dollar budgets. I also found time to serve my community for 12 years as a volunteer fireman and EMT. Currently employed by Warren Co. Board of Education, I continue to seek the office because I, like so many people, know and feel that their voices and opinions aren’t being served and are being passed over. People have voices and should be heard and answered. Warren County is growing as we all know. With this growth comes a need to be monitored and directed into what’s best for all. I can speak about and use the favorite “BUZZWORDS” dealing with “ROADS”, “FIRE DEPARTMENTS”, “TRANSPARENCY” and lets not forget about the increase of crime and drugs in the community. People have been talking about these things for 30 years but yet seem to never resolve these issues. Promise to address People’s Needs without passing the buck. Promise to vote Against Tax Increases or add on fees. Will seek out Economic Growth ……means JOBS and Higher wages. MICHAEL CLAY Promise to Tighten Government Spending ….Saving your tax dollars. Candidate for Magistrate YOUR VOTE ON MAY 22, 2018 WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. District #4 Paid for by Michael Clay for Magistrate District #4. 4 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

U.S. House: 2nd District

WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? Brett Guthrie Hank THIS POSITION? I believe I can best represent the second Linderman I believe in health care for all, Including district of Kentucky because growing up POSITION SOUGHT mental, dental and vision. This principle has here, graduating from WKU, and working U.S. Representative – been absent from the public debate for too here I have the best understanding of the Kentucky 2nd District POSITION SOUGHT long. When critics say we can’t afford it, let’s people and the issues in this area. I’m the Congress, KY 2 examine exactly what it would cost and what only candidate that has agriculture, lifting PARTY AFFILIATION the social and medical benefits would be. the restrictions on hemp, on my platform. Our current system is too expensive, too I’ve detailed my healthcare plan, others have Republican Party PARTY AFFILIATION BRETT GUTHRIE HANK LINDERMAN complex and focused on the wrong goals. We not. It’s time the second district has a real Democrat need a health care system that is much easi- representative for its citizens. Someone who EMAIL er to navigate, that is focused on prevention puts people before politics, citizens interests [email protected] EMAIL and cure as opposed to treatment and served over special interests. I am that candidate [email protected] to a greater degree by non-profit providers. I and I will proudly serve all the people of the WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES believe will result in better outcomes. second district. http://www.brettguthrie.com WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES https://www.facebook.com/brettguthrie web: hank4ky.com Brian Pedigo Grant Short ky02/ Twitter: @hank4ky Facebook: @hank4ky RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Instagram: @hank4ky POSITION SOUGHT POSITION SOUGHT I lean heavily on my background in manu- US Congressman, 2nd House of Representatives facturing and in the military. As a West Point RELEVANT EXPERIENCE District District 2 graduate and as someone who worked to I’m not a politician and built a solid career build a successful local business, my expe- as a self-employed musician and recording PARTY AFFILIATION PARTY AFFILIATION Democrat Democrat rience informs a great many of the economic engineer, with several very well-known cli- BRIAN PEDIGO GRANT SHORT and national security debates we have. It’s ents and bring that experience to DC. My why I voted to increase funding. wife Pam started and continues to lead her EMAIL EMAIL own small business. We have been married [email protected] [email protected] WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? for 35 years and have two children. The world is safest when the United States WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES has a strong economy and a strong military. WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Facebook page Brian Pedigo for Congress www.grant4ky.com Lower taxes and fewer regulations make I want to create jobs that provide livable www.facebook.com/grant4ky America more competitive, and adequate wages. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE twitter: @grant4ky military funding keeps our adversaries at Income and wealth inequality in America Was Democratic nominee for Congress in bay. I firmly believe in the right to life and in has increased to levels not seen since the 2000. Worked on 2014 Ron Leach campaign. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: fighting for those who can’t fight for them- Great Depression. It is the root of many of To me, relevant experience for a politician selves, like missing and exploited children. the problems we face. WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? is: do you represent the people? My answer I’ve also filed legislation to fight the opioid American workers must earn a living wage. I have an affordable plan for universal is a resounding yes, because I am one of epidemic and will make that a top priority in I support increased prosperity for those who healthcare using the current Medicare sys- them, not the out of touch political class. I the months ahead. As always, I’ll be looking work, including increasing the minimum tem. I will write legislation that states money know how to fix the holes in the system, out for Kentucky and voting for legislation wage to $15. collected for social security must be spent on because I have seen loved ones fall through. that gives our children and grandchildren I support legalization of medical marijua- social security. I’ve campaigned for months better opportunities. na and re-categorizing marijuana away from on taking the federal restrictions off of indus- WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? a Schedule I Substance at the federal level. trial hemp, we must take our successful pilot I am proposing a 2nd New Deal. Things WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? This will create jobs and provide much need- program and take it mainstream so many have not come back from the 2008 crash. My reasons for seeking public office have ed tax revenue to the Commonwealth. We more farmers can finally have a cash crop. Wages haven’t since the 1970’s. As a hus- never changed – to leave a better world have been wasting resources continuing the It will create new jobs through new industry band and father of four, I know this first behind for our children and grandchildren. failed “War on Drugs.” We must end this from within. Medical cannibus must be made hand. The second New Deal is much like That’s the American Dream to me – building costly prohibition. available for physicians to prescribe now. the first: with components of senior, rural a life and a family that strengthens our com- I believe the key to better jobs at high- We must continue to move towards green area, infrastructure, poverty targeting, and munity and leaves Kentucky in better shape er wages is better education and training energy, it’s a growing job market and it’s more. How do we expect factories to estab- than I found it. That thought animates my because better education means better jobs. vital for our safety and environment. I would lish themselves and create jobs when our voting record, which includes cutting taxes, College and other higher education has never like to mend congressional and presidential roads are crumbling and just outside the city strengthening the military, passing legisla- been more expensive and we must find a pensions, if they are true representatives of you can’t get decent high speed. Our politi- tion to help workers find new and better jobs, way to fix that. the people then they can draw social secu- cians have left us totally behind. Proven by and fighting the opioid epidemic. I want rity like the people. Make sure government the fact that the first New Deal was some Kentucky families to flourish, and the next WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? works for us and not special interests. of the last major investment into rural and generation to have better job opportunities I feel the opioid crisis is a national emer- Eastern KY. Seniors with private insurance, than we did. That’s my goal. gency. Drug overdoses, primarily opioids, WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? Medicare, and Medicaid are still having to have become the number one cause of acci- I’m running because I feel that we the choose between bread and medicine, not to WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR dental death in the United States, and caused working people don’t have a representative, mention they can’t afford the co-pays to get THIS POSITION? untold suffering for the families and friends we have a “yes man” for Senate majority basic treatment, often having to live with rot- I am a conservative whose values match of those who are addicted. leader. There’s too much money from just ten teeth or just get pulled. It’s unChristian. the vast majority of people in the Second Addiction is more than a family can man- a few people that seem to buy our offi- District. I believe in protecting life, lower age, and we need to do more than imprison cials. I will represent the citizens interests, WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? taxes, and a strong military. I believe in prob- addicts, many of whom were prescribed the not special interests. I want to be a voice I have worked as an activist and for numer- lem solving and bringing people together, very drugs they became addicted to. for all-democrats, republicans, independents. ous campaigns for over a decade. During that which I’ve done in passing several pieces of We must be willing to try fresh solutions, We need representatives that have walked in time I have become inspired to step up to legislation. I believe in protecting our con- including comprehensive marijuana reform, the shoes of every day people. Mark Twain lead, due to the incredible amount of des- stitutional rights and in balancing the federal expansion of treatment centers, aggressive said “You’re never wrong if you do the right peration I have seen during that time. People budget. I believe in doing the right thing for prosecution of irresponsible pharmaceutical thing ”. I want to do the right thing for Kentucky. are struggling to get by. My vow is to call the right reasons, and I believe America’s corporations. Building more prisons is NOT best days are ahead of us. the answer. WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR See PAGE 5 Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 5

The U.S. Capitol stands in Washington.

a complete dumpster fire, that politicians in Owensboro, KY where we won Daviess is why I am proposing to do big things like FROM PAGE 4 dance around, while burning our money. I’ve County. This gives me a proven record of Medicare (including dental) for All and a had enough and I know the people have too. selling a progressive message, in a perceived second New Deal. attention to them, pass legislation to help red state. I say perceived, because many This is the only way to begin to heal our them, and to undermine the political elite WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR counties have more registered democrats. beautiful state. Our Governor commits at every possible turn. I’m running because THIS POSITION? Unfortunately, candidates and their messag- human rights abuse by leaving folks with the amount of corporate welfare has become In 2016, I ran the Bernie Sanders office es have left them uninspired to turn out. That lack of treatment. 6 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

Kentucky House: 17th District Joey Franzell the Warren County Republican Party, chaired EMAIL Mike Wilson our 2016 County Presidential Caucus, and ssheldon@sheldonsrx. currently serve on the Education Professional com POSITION SOUGHT Standards and Woodburn Volunteer Fire POSITION SOUGHT State Representative Department boards. WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA State Representative – House District 17 ADDRESSES District 17 WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? www.sheldonsexpress PARTY AFFILIATION Education is and will always be the most pharmacy.com PARTY AFFILIATION Republican important job of state government. I have www.curbsideministries. Republican JOEY FRANZELL fought for the future of our young people STEVE SHELDON com MIKE WILSON EMAIL in the classroom and I will continue to fight EMAIL for them and the teaching profession as a [email protected] RELEVANT EXPERIENCE [email protected] legislator. I’ve developed businesses in my commu- State funding for all-day kindergarten is nity and across Kentucky. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE a commonsense solution that is long past- WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES My relevant experience comes from a life I have also gotten to know a great many Wilson for Kentucky State Representative due. Early childhood education is critical members of our community through church of working in the public. I’ve learned to lis- to student success, yet Kentucky currently on Facebook ten to people, to hear their problems and suc- and curbside ministries. Mikewilsonforstaterepresentative.com only funds half-day kindergarten, with local I’m a pharmacist as well and have spent a cesses. I’m a Mason, Shriner and hopefully a districts picking up the additional cost. This friend to many. I know the people of District great deal of time speaking with patients and RELEVANT EXPERIENCE would free up much-needed funds for local their families. 17 and I humbly ask for their vote. districts, especially in light of rising pension Warren County Board of Education – costs. Board Member 12 years WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? I am very encouraged by recent pro-life Kentucky School Boards Assoc. – Board legislation and new laws to strengthen and Faith and service is a big part of my life member 3 years If elected, I would be an advocate for mid- and why I decided to run in the first place. dle class republicans. A choice for repub- streamline our foster-care and adoption sys- Living Hope Baptist Church – Elder 3 My wife, Terri, and I have been fortunate years licans that believe in a more moderate tems. I also support judicial reform, term-lim- to call Bowling Green home for the last approach to governing. I will work to pro- it legislation, and additional tax reform that BG/WC Community Education – Board 30 years and we’ve done our best to raise member 9 years tect retirement benefits, public education, moves us toward lower rates and a broader our children in faith and service to others. I and health care because these issues are the tax base. believe our communities have some of the BG Police Department Citizens Police foundation of a middle class lifestyle. Whatever laws we consider, the process most talented and hardest working people in Academy graduate must be open and transparent. We deserve the country, so I’d like to help create employ- BA in Economics – WKU WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? no less. ment opportunities and more skilled training I’m running for House District 17 to give within our own communities to support our WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? middle class republicans a choice at the bal- WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? growing workforce. I will continue the fight 1) Modernize the state’s outdated system of let box. I have to believe that there are other I’m running to work for commonsense to decrease regulation and cut the red tape for taxation in order to provide revenue to fund republicans that feel that the middle class is solutions for our state. Together, we can our small and large businesses. I also stand the necessary services that all Kentuckians being under served. I know the pressures on make the tough choices needed to have great for limited government, individual responsi- can benefit from. middle class families. The working people of schools, give our law enforcement officers bility and personal freedom. 2) Ensure that broadband internet access the tools they need, and put our state on a I’m ready to be a servant leader for the is present throughout the state. High speed Kentucky need an advocate in Frankfort, not people of Warren and Butler counties and another establishment puppet. sound financial footing. And we can do so internet access is today as important to with civility, honesty, integrity, and transpar- speak up in Frankfort on the issues that hold Kentuckians as any other utility one can our families back. WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR ency. We deserve a state filled with oppor- think of. It impacts commerce, education & public safety. Yet even in Warren County we THIS POSITION? tunity, a state that treats each other with respect, and a state that looks forward to a WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? still have residents who have dial up access I believe that I’m the best choice for the bright future. We have had enough ignoring, I’m running to give back and to serve those as their only means of obtaining the internet. voters on May 22 because I would respect blaming, shouting, and insulting. Let’s start who have given me so much. When I was We will never get the economic prosperity the public’s trust. I have a strong will and fixing! Let’s get to work making Kentucky younger, my family moved to Owensboro – we desire for the state as long as high speed thick skin. I won’t be bullied. I will give the great Commonwealth our kids deserve. it was after my father passed and Kentucky internet access is out of reach for our resi- my best in representing Butler and Warren offered me a war orphan scholarship. I actu- dents. County in Frankfort. Vote Joey Franzell for WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR ally became the first in my family to go to 3) Fully fund infrastructure needs. Every State Representative House District 17. THIS POSITION? college, and really from that point on, I’ve two years the American Society of Civil made it my job to give back to those who Engineers conducts a study of the nations We need citizen legislators – people who David Graham have supported me any way that I can. Now infrstructure needs. Kentucky earned a grade understand what it takes to balance a family I want to help spur the next wave of growth of “D+” on the infrastructure report card. We budget, what it’s like in a classroom, and how for our communities and invest in the future must maintain our roads, bridges and other POSITION SOUGHT to bring people together to find real solutions of all our families. infrastructure. State Representative for to problems. I am going to Frankfort to change 17th District the status quo. I will never forget that I repre- WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? sent the people of Butler and Warren Counties THIS POSITION? With the recent decisions of both Jody and not to be anyone else’s rubber stamp. I PARTY AFFILIATION I’m a true member of the community and Richards and Jim DeCesare to not return have the experience, temperament, indepen- DAVID GRAHAM Republican am fortunate to know many local families. to Frankfort, Warren County faces a defi- dence, and determination needed to represent This makes me most in tune with our con- cit of leadership experience of almost 60 our community with honesty and integrity. cerns and I have a solid record of service, EMAIL years. Of all the candidates running for the Together, we will build a better Kentucky. I building up our citizens and giving back. My [email protected] District 17 State Representative seat, I am humbly ask for your vote on May 22. diverse background has given me insight the only candidate with experience in over- into all of our local struggles and I have a seeingmulti-million dollars budgets, working WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES compassion and core belief system that will Steve Sheldon guide me to lasting solutions. with others to reach consensus on extreme- DavidGrahamKY.com ly tough issues, delivering balanced budgets facebook.com/Graham4StRep Teachers, first responders, state employees – and all our hardworking citizens – deserve while being a good steward of taxpayer dol- POSITION SOUGHT lars. We need conservative, common sense RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: bright futures. State House of Representatives District 17 Finally, I’m a workhorse with great deter- leadership in Frankfort to represent the con- I am the Band Director at Warren Central mination and believe I will bring big picture servative, common sense sensibilities of the and have taught in Kentucky public schools PARTY AFFILIATION solutions. for over 25 years. I have served as Chair of Republican See PAGE 7 Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 7

Dewayne Thompson

Magistrate Sixth District The Kentucky Capitol is seen in daytime and nighttime images. 270-991-5792 FROM PAGE 6 people of Warren and Butler Counties. Please Vote for a WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? I believe I am the best candidate for the position of State Representative for District 17 because of my training, my experience and my lifetime record of public service here in Warren County. As a native of Bowling Green & Warren County, I know the issues that Better Community. affect all the residents of our area. My degree in economics from WKU has given me the foundation to make sound fiscal decisions. My experience as a leader in the local church serves as a foundation for my social conservatism. This combined experience makes me uniquely qualified as the best candidate for office. Paid For By Dewayne Thompson for Magistrate 8 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

Kentucky House: 19th District

I stand for Liberty, Equality and Justice for high school and college graduates, providing democracy. I vow to explain all my votes William All Kentuckians. I will be a voice for Working them the opportunity to stay in Kentucky to and offer opportunity for feedback in a pub- Fishback Families, Workers Rights and Competitive live and raise their families. lic manner to show my accountability to the Paying Jobs. I believe in Keeping a Promise media and my constituents. I will not hide with Contenuous Improvements for WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? from critism. POSITION SOUGHT Education, Retirement and School Safety. Our Commonwealth faces difficult issues State Representative, I will bridge the gap with a Commonsense and tough decisions, We need an experienced WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? District 19th Approach to Drugs, Policies and Crime. voice in Frankfort. I will research the issues, I’m running because I believe Kentucky listen to the concerns of constituents and I’m deserves more. I’ve seen how we lag behind WILLIAM ‘BILL’ PARTY AFFILIATION WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? willing to make tough votes, even in the face in providing for our people and the suffer- FISHBACK Democrat Our states is up side down with crisis of unpopularity and without being bound to ing that stems from it. We have to get peo- issues pushing towards a state of emergen- some unwavering ideology, in order to move ple excited to participate in building a new EMAIL cy. My mission is to have my voice heard Kentucky forward. Kentucky that is more equal and offers a and serve this great state of Kentucky and [email protected] chance to better yourself and your family its people. I see this as a blessing to have the WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR with your hard work instead of living pay- opportunity to serve the people of Edmonson THIS POSITION? check to paycheck or running for greener RELEVANT EXPERIENCE County and North Warren County. My family and I have strong roots in this pastures the way many of our children have. Farm background, WKU graduate, B.G. I’m asking Kentuckians to want more, so 1 district. I know the issues facing the people Housing Development 3 /2 years, Home WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR that live and work here and I have a proven vote for Moore. builder 20 years, W.C. Sheriff Dept. THIS POSITION? record of getting things done in Frankfort. Court Security 16 years. I am dedicated to the battle, I will lead the I’ve sponsored successful legislation to fund WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR way today, for a better tomorrow. In times a Veterans Nursing Home in Bowling Green THIS POSITION? WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? like these our state should be seeking new and to streamline reporting and auditing I’m the best candidate because I have more - Taking care of working men and women. additional revenue and exploring alternatives requirements for volunteer fire departments in common with you than the other guys. I’m - Security state pension plan for teachers sources of revenue to support the existing making it easier for them to focus on pro- a parent, I work paycheck to paycheck, I care and state workers. infrastructure, priority is funding in my opin- tecting lives and property. I have worked to about our state and it’s employees because - Keeping family farm and agribusiness ion, proper funding would alienate many of secure increases in incentive pay and state this is where I’m going to raise my family. industry financially rewarding. the Kentucky’s current issues. I see myself as aid funding for police officers, firefighters This is where I want my grandchildren to - Apply strong efforts to make post high a common man with commonsense approach and volunteer fire departments. live and I have to build a state I’d want them school education more affordable. to politics, outside the box ideas and solu- to live in. Where they and their friends have tions to solve the Commonwealths major Jacob Moore great schools, and safe parks and roads, and WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? problems. gainful employment and I suspect that’s what - Its’ been my home all my life. you really want too. Just a little more for - I love the area. I think it’s the best in the Michael POSITION SOUGHT Kentucky. world to live. State Representative, - I want to help preserve as much of it as Meredith 19th District Brian Strow possible. PARTY AFFILIATION POSITION SOUGHT WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR Democrat POSITION SOUGHT THIS POSITION? 19th District State JACOB MOORE Representative for the Representative I feel that I have the broadest understand- EMAIL KY House District 19 ing of each social economic class and the MICHAEL PARTY AFFILIATION [email protected] challenges of each. PARTY AFFILIATION MEREDITH Republican WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES BRIAN STROW Republican https://www.facebook.com/JacobKMoore. Daniel Johnson EMAIL US/ EMAIL [email protected] [email protected] POSITION SOUGHT RELEVANT EXPERIENCE WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES House of Representatives I’m working class just like my voters. I’m WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES 19th District Facebook: Elect Michael Lee Meredith young, paasionate and full of fresh ideas on www.brianstrowforky.com 19th District State Representative how to tackle the myriad of issues facing PARTY AFFILIATION Twitter: @Kyrepmeredith Kentucky. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Democratic DANIEL JOHNSON RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Two term Bowling Green City WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Commissioner, 2005-2008 EMAIL City of Brownsville – City Council To run a budget surplus and start paying Member January 2009 – December 2010. Professor of Economics, WKU, 1999-pres- [email protected] down our debts by the creation of new busi- ent 19th District State Representative January ness in the state. 2011 – Present. Ph.D. in Economics, Vanderbilt University WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES The main focal idea is to push for Medical Economic adviser to elected Republicans, Kystatesman.com and eventually recreational marijuana legal- including Senator Rand Paul WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM ization to form the foundation of a new econ- Budget Analyst, US Department of Labor RELEVANT EXPERIENCE I’m a fiscal conservative but I also under- omy. Last year, 2017, Colorado generated Scholar, Bluegrass Institute for Public stand that there are essential services that 247 Million dollars in tax revenue from mar- Policy Solutions U.S. Navy, 1993-1996. Bowling Green State Government must provide. Public safe- ijuana and is so far on track to have an even Kentucky Technical College, KCTCS Frequently quoted free market economist ty, infrastructure, education and supporting better year in 2018. Source: https://www. at the state and national level August 2002, associates in 2004, Advanced the most vulnerable in our society are at colorado.gov/pacific/revenue/colorado-mar Wood Manufacturing, Commercial Cabinet the top of that list. I am a strong support- ijuana-tax-data WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Making CNC Programming and Operating. er of the Second Amendment. I am pro-life, Using this revenue I’d like to fund educa- Western Kentucky University, I majored in pro-family and have a great appreciation for tion, state pensions, and rebuild infrastruc- Restore Fiscal Sanity Manufacturing Technology. I recieved my Kentucky agriculture as both an economic ture to future-proof Kentucky. Frankfort has over-borrowed. Kentucky bachelor’s degree from Ogden College of engine and a way of life. Economic growth I think the key to good governance is open ranks as the 8th most indebted state. Science and Engineering 2009. and development along with education are forum, transparency, and accountability. I Frankfort has over-spent. Kentucky has the the keys to success for our young people. plan to use social media and other methods WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? I want to ensure jobs are available to our to encorage participation in a more direct See PAGE 9 Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 9 FROM PAGE 8

6th most state spending relative to state income. Frankfort has over-promised. Kentucky has the 2nd highest level of unfunded pensions. Frankfort has not under-taxed. Kentucky has the 18th highest state tax collections relative to the size of their economy. This was before the state’s recent tax hikes. I want to lower state state debt, decentralize state spending, fight against tax increases, and make realistic pension promises. Bring Ethical Accountability Reporters recently ranked Kentucky as the most corrupt government in the US. Kentucky has the 9th most corruption convictions per population in the country. I want to clean up Frankfort’s corrupt culture and bring increased transparency to state government. I want major reforms debated in public, not behind closed doors. Promote Economic Growth I’m a free-market economist, that’s what I do.

WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? Over the last decade, I traveled the Commonwealth warning citizens and community groups about the unsustainable levels of debt and unfunded pension promises Frankfort’s politicians were piling on Kentucky’s taxpayers. I found that our elected officials too often placed their own re-election prospects above the long term health of Kentucky’s economy. I witnessed taxes increase and higher education spending fall. When my own state legislator (whom I repeatedly voted for) made local, state, and national news for engaging in sexual harassment, I finally had enough. I am running to bring fiscal and ethical responsibility to Frankfort.

WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? When I was given the opportunity to serve the community as a Bowling Green City Commissioner I used my position to bring fiscal responsibility, transparency, and professionalism to city government. I proposed, and got passed, both a zero-based budget and a reduction in the occupational tax. I worked to root out inefficiency and corruption at every turn. After two terms in office, I left with my integrity intact. I have the knowledge, integrity, and interpersonal skills necessary to improve Kentucky’s finances, bring accountability to Frankfort’s corrupt, non- transparent culture, and increase the level of professionalism we receive from our elected leaders. A volunteer explains a new optical scan voting machine to a senior on Election Day. 10 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

Kentucky House: 20th District Todd Alcott EMAIL WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES Benjamin Brooksforstaterep@aol. rickdubose.com com Rick DuBose for State Representative Lawson POSITION SOUGHT Facebook KY House of Representatives/20th District WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES RELEVANT EXPERIENCE POSITION SOUGHT PARTY AFFILIATION Brooksforstate With extensive and varied life and profes- Kentucky State Republican representative.com sional experiences, I understand the issues. Representative for District Facebook page is After decades of leading teams of employees 20 TROY BROOKS Troy Brooks for State and volunteers, I possess the skills to con- BENJAMIN EMAIL LAWSON [email protected] Representative. Twitter: nect people and collaborate with everyone, PARTY AFFILIATION @troyleebrooks regardless of their backgrounds or beliefs. Republican Retired from WKU, I have the time to devote WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA to serving. ADDRESSES RELEVANT EXPERIENCE EMAIL TODD ALCOTT www.alcott4ky.com I have very active member of Bowling [email protected] Green for over 25 years, working to make WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Bowling Green a better place to live. I am a Education at all levels, K-12 and post-sec- WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES RELEVANT EXPERIENCE conservative republican activist, serving our ondary opportunities, will be my top priority. Lt Colonel, US Air Force Retired in 2016, party for over 35 years. I will use my life All success and prosperity in any state begins Website: www.votelawson.com JROTC teacher at Warren East High School, experiences and knowledge for the citizens and ends with education. A state without an Facebook: www.facebook.com/ Squadron Commander 3 times, Chief of of Bowling Green. educated and well-trained populace is des- Lawson4KY Personnel at U.S Embassy in Iraq, Pentagon tined for mediocrity. We also have an obli- Instagram: @votelawsonky20 Air Staff, Casualty Affairs Officer, WKU WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? gation to honor our pension promise to our Twitter: @BenLawsonH20 graduate, Masters in Mgt., Air Command & My platform consists of six key elements. teachers and state employees. Staff College graduate, Christian, conserva- I am troubled by the cutting of our expand- RELEVANT EXPERIENCE tive, leader, BG native 1. I will be a tireless advocate for K-12 public education. I will always stand up for ed Medicaid and insurance programs that Warren County Republican Party Officer Educators. 2. I strongly support funding for were the envy of the nation just a few years and founder of the Southern Kentucky WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? our public universities, especially Western ago. Without a health citizenry, we can’t Young Republicans. Member of the Bowling It’s very simple. Our government needs Kentucky University. 3. Kentucky desperate- progress. Business and industry rely on a Green Young Professionals. Administrative to prioritize Kentucky’s resources to provide ly needs fair and comphrensive tax reform. 4. healthy work force, I believe healthcare is chair for State Street UMC and chair for the quality education pathways to supply job Our state and local community must tackle a right, not a privilege, and simply a smart annual SSUMC/FCC Thanksgiving meal. demands, invest in infrastructure to entice the opioid crisis. This crises is tearing our thing to do. Volunteer with local charities like HOTEL commerce, and ensure resources to protect families a part. 5. We need to continue to I believe in civil dialogue about the issues INC and the Foundry. our security. improve workforce development for our that make a difference in people’s lives, and local community. I look forward to working I understand that compromise is necessary to WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? with all of our local stakeholders to accom- reach bi-partisan solutions to serious prob- My platform is to work together to build I recognize and value the opportunity to plish this task. There are over 6500 jobs that lems. I pledge to be accessible and to listen a strong, sustainable, and successful future. continue serving the community that has are not filled in our local region. 6. Lastly, to my constituents. What we are doing is not working. I will given me so much. Bowling Green is my we must continue to improve our infrastruc- bring a new, driven, Bowling Green based home, and wherever I served, I was an ambas- ture both locally and state wide. Investing in WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? vision that will fight for real sustainable solu- sador for our state, and proud of my heritage. new roads, bridges, and broadband for our The reasons are many, but a couple stand tions. A strong future must be built on bipar- The military has given me invaluable leader- citizens. out for me. Kentucky has been my home for tisan fixes that bring everyone to the table. A ship experience, and I am ready, I am quali- more than six decades. The Commonwealth, sustainable future must be funded by a mod- fied, and I want to represent Bowling Green WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? Bowling Green and Western Kentucky ernized tax code; starting with eliminating in Frankfort to ensure dignity and respect for I am running to make Bowling Green an University have given me everything. It’s one another, common sense and conservative ineffective tax loopholes. A successful future even better place to live, work, play, and time to give back. My daughter and her fam- decisions, and a transparent government. is built on providing adequate, predictable, raise a family. I have the passion, determi- ily live in Bowling Green. I want their future and stable funding to our basic government nation, and dedication to go to Frankfort and to be a bright one, and I think I can make a services – while ensuring those agencies are WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR make a difference for the citizens of Bowling difference. run as efficiently as possible. My platform is THIS POSITION? Green and Warren County. My entire life has been about trying to help a recognition that we deserve better. A gov- Bowling Green needs leaders with clear others. I’ve always been a connector, collab- ernment that listens, acts, and pursues excel- vision, listen to their communities, and that WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR orator and a problem solver, always search- lence. We should not be satisfied with being will work tirelessly to get the job done. My THIS POSITION? ing for a positive answer. I want to bring that good or good enough, we should strive to be experience to Frankfort. values are integrity, service before self, and the best. Nothing changes if nothing chang- I’m dedicated to achieving excellence. As a My education, leadership skills, life experiences, and long standing relationships, at es. It’s time to fight the status quo, it will not commander in the military, my job was sim- WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR ple, and that was to take care of my Airmen. the local, state, and federal levels, will allow work anymore. me to have an immediate positive impact for THIS POSITION? As Bowling Green’s state representative, my I am a lifelong resident of Bowling Green job will be to put Bowling Green first and our community. I will be able to get things WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? done immediately, for our community. and have a long and varied history of civil to take care of the needs of our community. involvement. I am running because like many of you, I I am qualified and I want to continue my I understand business and economic devel- am tired of watching the can be kicked down service to our community, and I will work Rick DuBose opment, having played leadership roles with the road. I got involved in local politics to be tirelessly to get the job done. both the Hopkinsville-Christian County a voice for the everyday person who wants to see government work. I refuse to give up POSITION SOUGHT and the Bowling Green Area Chambers of Troy Brooks Commerce. our political system to the extreme ends of State Representative – the political spectrum. I have been involved 20th District I’ve made payrolls and met budgets as the owner of a radio station and general manager in local business, charity, church, the school POSITION SOUGHT of another. I understand the issues, and after system, and politics. I have seen what makes State Representative 20th Legislative PARTY AFFILIATION decades of successfully leading teams of Bowling Green work: coming together to get District RICK DuBOSE Democrat employees and volunteers, I have the skills to things done. I am not running to get elected, I connect people and collaborate with every- am running to make a difference that matters. PARTY AFFILIATION EMAIL one. I have the time and freedom to serve the Republican [email protected] people of the 20th District. See PAGE 11 Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 11

Twitter: https://twitter.com/pattiminter4ky WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? PARTY AFFILIATION FROM PAGE 10 I’m running because the people of Bowling Democrat RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Green deserve a representative who is com- WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR In 2007, I was elected Faculty Regent on mitted to fighting for them, not only because EMAIL THIS POSITION? the WKU Board of Regents, the university’s they’ve already been served well under four slim.nash.bgky@gmail. It’s time for a new vision in Frankfort that highest governing body, and served for seven decades of leadership from Representative com doesn’t believe in the status quo. A vision years. I worked across the aisle, listened to Jody Richards, but also because we live in that knows the current path we are on is my constituents, and worked with elect- difficult times that call for that kind of com- WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA unsustainable. A vision that knows if we sim- ed officials. I’m also a history teacher and mitted leadership. I believe in the people of ADDRESSES ply accept the way things as they are, nothing community advocate for several non-profit Bowling Green and know how bright our BRIAN ‘SLIM’ NASH Facebook: https://www. will ever change. I have the local experience groups. future can be. While we may not agree on facebook.com/slim.nash.7 from right here in Bowling Green as both a every issue, you will be served by the stron- Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianslimnash team member working with others and as gest, most committed voice for our district if WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ a leader in business, church, and politics to you send me to Frankfort as your next state slim-nash-2a253657/ know there is a better path. Governing is Over the past two months, I’ve been representative. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ about more than just winning elections. It is knocking on doors and listening to the peo- brianslimnash/ about building consensus to affect long-term ple of our district. People are worried about WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/bri- and meaningful change. devastating cuts to public schools, public THIS POSITION? anslimnash/ universities, and community programs and I’m a mother, teacher, and leader who has Spotify: slim.nash Patti Minter services for children with disabilities. Public demonstrated commitment over the years, not employees, from teachers to firefighters and just when the cameras are on during election RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: police, are concerned that the pension prom- I have served 10 years on Bowling Green POSITION SOUGHT season, but throughout my life. As Faculty ises made by the state won’t be kept and they Regent on the WKU Board of Regents, I was City Council. Before and during that time State House of are concerned about proposed cuts to retiree committed to my constituents. As a commu- I worked for the Warren Juvenile Drug Representatives, District health care. People are worried about their nity advocate, I’m committed to civil rights Court and Juvenile Delinquency Prevention 20 jobs, wages, healthcare, and overall eco- for all. And as your next state representative, Council. I have many years of experience nomic security. And I’m worried, too. We I will be committed to your interests. I may working with disabled and at risk youth, cur- PARTY AFFILIATION believe in a Kentucky where people have rently with Uspiritus, serving abused and PATTI MINTER not be a career politician or a good ol’ boy, Democratic economic stability, educational opportuni- but I will be the strongest voice for our dis- neglected youth. ties, and well-paying jobs. I’ll work toward trict as your next state representative. You EMAIL the vision we all share by protecting public deserve nothing less. WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? [email protected] education from preschool to higher educa- I seek to fulfill Kentucky’s obligations to tion, finding funding by closing corporate tax Brian ‘Slim’ Nash all it’s workers. We will achieve this by end- WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES loopholes, keeping pension promises for all ing frivolous and wasteful spending, stop- Website: https://www.pattiminterforky. public employees, promoting more jobs and ping corporate welfare, and closing unfair com/ higher wages, and advocating for the rights POSITION SOUGHT Facebook: Patti Minter for Kentucky of all Kentuckians. 20th District State Representative See PAGE 12

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20th District State House for each person to become knowledgeable rebuilding roads & bridg- FROM PAGE 11 of Representatives about each candidate running for this posi- es; tax reform to eliminate tion, so that they may choose wisely. loopholes where possible tax loopholes that only benefit the wealthy. PARTY AFFILIATION to create revenue; work to -I believe every Kentuckian, in every part Democrat WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR stop racial profiling; work of the state, has a right to quality affordable THIS POSITION? to develop apprenticeships healthcare. EMAIL I believe that I am the best candidate for in high schools and trade -The funding of our schools is the founda- this position because of my experience as an schools to ready workers ashlea4rep2018@gmail. for jobs which require bet- tion of our future and we cannot cut corners. com attorney. In this race, I have the unique qual- We must also be more aggressive in attract- ASHLEA PORTER ification, as an attorney, to comprehend leg- ELDON RENAUD ter skills and higher pay; restore prevailing wage ing and retaining the best teachers by paying WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA islation in practice. This means that I am able competitive salaries and reducing class sizes. and eliminate the onerous ADDRESSES to critique proposed legislation for its practi- -I would work to increase governmental cal impacts upon citizens and the courts that RTW law which has failed in producing bet- transparency to stop secret settlements and Ashlea2018.com will be interpreting the law. I will ensure that ter paying jobs; stop funding charter schools; end middle of the night law making which https://www.facebook.com/Ashlea2018/ each piece of proposed legislation is prop- stop balancing the budget on the backs of is so often used to hide dirty deals and mis- erly reviewed and vetted prior to any votes, teachers and public employees; listen to con- behavior. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE so that I can confidently say that the bill is stituents with regular town hall meetings; -I would fight any bill that would allow I have been an attorney and a member of legally sound and the appropriate action for work with school superintendents and uni- industry or individuals to pollute our waters the Kentucky Bar Association for nine years, the Commonwealth before acting on it. versity presidents to develop safer schools and degrade our land or otherwise harm the and I have been bound to same oath as all for our children and grandchildren. environment of the commonwealth. lawmakers for those nine years to uphold the Eldon Renaud Constitution of the United States of American WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? and the Commonwealth of Kentucky. I am running because I believe I am the I’m running because I believe the lives and POSITION SOUGHT most qualified candidate to represent our livelihoods of so many Kentuckians are in WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? State Rep District #20 great city. I cannot sit idly by while health jeopardy and my experience has taught me The campaign’s platform, “Working care is taken aware from needy children. how to solve seemingly impossible prob- Together for Tomorrow,” is about coming PARTY AFFILIATION Seventeen schools in our state are near bank- lems. If people don’t have water, or they can’t together as the Bowling Green community Democrat ruptcy while unfunded mandates from the find or get to work, or their trash doesn’t ever with regards to politics in the same way we legislature create unfathomable budget crisis get collected then a city breaks down. My come together each day to work, serve one EMAIL resulting in less money for teacher and stu- council experience taught me how fix these another, and help our friends and neighbors dent needs. If we want to stimulate econom- [email protected] problems in real time. Just because you’re in in need. My hope is that our community can ic development, create centers of entrepre- Frankfort doesn’t mean the problems are any realize that we all want the same things in neurism and school excellence. In order to different and I know from my time on the life – to have access to jobs so that we can WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES attract high tech, high paying jobs, we must Bowling Green City Council that I can solve earn a wage for our family, to have hous- renaudky20.wixsite.com/eldonrenaud/ have the best educated workforce. Kentucky these issues. ing, access to medical care, and good roads EldonRenaudforStateRep/ continues to fall further behind in pensions to drive on to get where we are going. We and health care. WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR each want to protect and educate our chil- RELEVANT EXPERIENCE THIS POSITION? dren, and make sure our aging population is I earned a government degree from SIU. WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR I’ve spent my entire adult life helping dis- cared for properly. Agreeing on our common I lobbied State Reps and State Senators. THIS POSITION? abled and at-risk children overcome trauma, goals is the first step towards unifying with I served as Democratic Party Chairman I have the maturity, the education, the illness, and many other hurdles the world one another on a political front to ensure that working with state officials. As mayor, I experience serving the good people of has thrown at them. It’s work that requires these goals are achieved by our lawmakers in served with vision working on Economic Bowling Green as Mayor, and the backbone patience, kindness, love and strength. My Frankfort. We must work towards continued Development, Cemetery Road Interchange, to be a strong, effective voice for the citizens success on the Bowling Green City Council growth through unity. Cable, GIS, Pensions, Health Care, OSHA, of Bowling Green. taught me that politics doesn’t get a road Rural Health & the Kentucky Tommorow I have a proven record of honest service, paved, people do. Because of these jobs I’ve WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? Commission. vision, and direction to solve the complex learned that nothing gets done if you don’t I am running for this office because I problems facing Kentuckians. I have always hear what the other side is saying. I know believe it is the right thing to do. I believe that WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? worked in service to working families on how to listen and I know how to get diffi- citizens deserve elected representatives who As your State Rep, I will work to expand issues of economic development, educa- cult things done and that’s why I’m the best are humble about their position, and recog- broadband opportunities for economic devel- tion, taxation, services, public housing, the candidate. nize that they are a servant to the people. Our opment; fully funding teacher and public International Community, and the under- government should not be full of “important employee pensions; more funding for pub- served in our community. I am not afraid to Ashlea Shepherd Porter people,” but instead full of people who work lic education and higher education; support speak on important economic and revenue to do important things for our community. laws to ban animal cruelty, except fishing, issues. I am working to educate our citizens about hunting, trapping, necessary euthanasia, I am an advocate for business, workers, POSITION SOUGHT their accountability as voters, and advocating and cropping; legalize medical marijuana; and the needy. Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 13

VOTE IN MAY RRONON FORDFORD SHERIFF • Graduated and certified by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Academy • Attended Eastern Kentucky University • Chairman of the Board of Directors of Rolling Thunder - a national Veterans Support Organization • Member of the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce • Officer of the Year Award • Governor’s D.U.I. Award • Strong Supporter of School Safety • Member of the National Rifle Association • Strong Supporter of the 2nd Amendment Right to Bear Arms • Firm Believer in the U. S. Constitution • Member of the Heritage Foundation “I appreciate your vote on May 22nd, and I look forward to working with the citizens of Warren County.” Paid for by Ron Ford for Warren County Sheriff “Together we will make Bowling Green and Warren County a safer community!” -Ron Ford 14 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

Kentucky House: 22nd District Brian ‘Tiger’ Gann WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? I’m running because I want to make a difference. I can do I believe the most basic thing a State better than those that through their failed leadership allowed Representative can do is to be a voice for POSITION SOUGHT our pensions get into a complete mess almost to the point of his constituents in Frankfort. Specific areas State Representative – District 22 no recovery and not everyone wants to solve the problem. I in which I would advocate aggressively have not been part of the problem but I do plan on being part would begin with public education at all PARTY AFFILIATION of the solution. levels. Further I would commit time and energy to bring jobs to my House district. Republican WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? Also I would work hard for infrastructure BRIAN ‘TIGER’ GANN WILSON STONE maintenance and expansion (roads, bridg- EMAIL I am the best man for the job because my opponent is not es, internet services etc.). Additionally law [email protected] as conservative as I am and clearly not as pro economic enforcement support at all levels including growth. Through my drive and determination I believe my corrections and our judicial system will always be an emphasis WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES two decades of service is not the end of my service just mere- of my legislative work. Finally, work to improve the quality of briantigergann.com ly me getting my second chance to serve the fine people of life for veterans, retirees and children who reside in the 22nd Brian Tiger Gann for State Representative / Facebook District 22 in Allen, Simpson, and Warren Counties. House District will be important to my legislative agenda.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Wilson Stone WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? After nearly two decades of being a Kentucky State I am running for this legislative office in hopes of being Trooper I worked on effectively applying the law. With that able to continue to serve the people of the 22nd House knowledge and experience I could parlay those skills into POSITION SOUGHT District and the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Service to crafting law in the Kentucky State Legislature. State Representative, 22nd House District one’s community is something I value greatly. Kentucky is a wonderful place to live and work and raise our families but WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? PARTY AFFILIATION we face many challenges. Budget issues, drug abuse prob- I am a conservative pro-life christian. I am married with Democrat lems and a host of economic issues need to be solved and I two children. My wife is a special education school teacher hope to be part of the solution. of twenty years. I come from a position of faith, integrity, and EMAIL WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? compassion. I believe in the traditional conservative view- [email protected] points of less government and citizens rights. As a pro-life I have lived my entire life in the 22nd House District. I candidate, I will be the voice of the voiceless and defend the have the greatest respect and concern for the people of this rights of the unborn. I am an ardent supporter for all citizens RELEVANT EXPERIENCE wonderful part of Kentucky. My experience in the legislature rights as set forth in the United States Constitution and will I have had the privilege of serving in this House seat from as well as my school board and community service gives me not back down from a fight over the Second Amendment 2009 until the present. Prior to that, I served 24 years on a background that is very useful as the legislature tackles right to keep and bear arms. I am pro-economic growth and the Allen County Board of Education. I have also served tough problems. I enjoy working with others whether it is pro-tax reform that would make Kentucky more attractive as a board member and officer for the Allen County Farm in the legislature or at home tackling community problems. to out of state corporations. Criminal Justice / Prosecution Bureau and the Scottsville Road Allen County Chamber of Finally, I am a hard worker who wants to represent my reform needs to take place. Commerce. House district as well as it can be represented. Kentucky House: 23nd District

of our community and supporting our public schools fully so LaToya Drake that they may thrive. This also means ensuring that the basic Steve Riley needs of our community members are met such as food, POSITION SOUGHT shelter, and healthcare. Alternative funding sources must be POSITION SOUGHT State Representative, District 23 discussed and identified so that we may sustain our ability 23rd District State Representative to fund resources into the future; I’m hearing voters mention gaming and medicinal cannabis and I am not opposed PARTY AFFILIATION PARTY AFFILIATION to either to meet the needs and ensure the prosperity of our Democratic community. Republican LaTOYA DRAKE STEVE RILEY EMAIL WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? EMAIL [email protected] I’m running for State Representative because I want to pre- [email protected] serve and strengthen community resources, including public WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES education. Resources like these were essential to my suc- WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES: www.drakefordistrict23.com cess and to the success of many others in our community. Facebook @drakefordistrict23 on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Additionally, as a millennial woman, I want to be an exam- ple and empower more young people of all backgrounds RELEVANT EXPERIENCE RELEVANT EXPERIENCE to get active and be the positive change they wish to see in I have served for the last two years in the Kentucky General Present: BRASS Board Chair; Community Garden their communities! I am running because the future of our Assembly. Previously I worked for 31 years in the Barren Organizer; Nutrition Educator (BCMS). Past: First community is important to me and I believe that everyone County School System serving as a teacher for 12 years and Steps Service Coordinator; Substance Abuse Counselor; deserves a say in how policies may affect that future. 19 years as an administrator. I believe these experiences pre- Dependency Case Manager; Resident Counselor. Education: pared me to work with the public. BA Sociology (UofL, KY); MS Integrative and Functional WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? Nutrition (Saybrook, CA). My unique career history working in the trenches of public WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? service jobs makes me the best candidate for this position; WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Many of these jobs required knowledge of specific policy. I believe that one of the most important things that we Born and raised in District 23, I have had access to many My concern always lies with the people that I serve; I’ve need in the Commonwealth is the creation of good paying positive resources and supports that have been essential to served a variety of folks which gives me special insight into jobs. In order to achieve that goal we need a better trained my success; this includes high-quality public education. It is the needs of our community. Additionally, one strength in workforce. It is in the best interests of the citizens of this important that we preserve and strengthen key resources, like my career in public service has been my ability to empathize Commonwealth that people are working in God jobs. In our public-school system, so that other hardworking folks in with and advocate for my clients; I would be honored to order to train that workforce quality education is vital to our community may also rise above potential barriers and advocate (always with community input) for our district at life circumstances. This means keeping charter schools out the State level. I want to hear your concerns. See PAGE 15 Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 15 FROM PAGE 14 the importance of our state. A strong education system from K-12, technical and career education and traditional college education is vital to the stability and long term success of the Commonwealth. We need able bodied people to work to provide for the long term health of all of our citizens.

WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? It is my desire to help Kentucky be a state that cares about its citizens and provides opportunities for short term and long term success. I feel that my experiences as an educator help me understand many of the difficulties faced on a daily basis by the citizens of Kentucky. My wife and I have been service oriented people our entire adult lives. She has a RN primarily working with the elderly and myself as a lifelong educator. I want to continue serving our citizens and feel like the General Assembly is a great place to do so.

WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? I feel like my experiences as a lifelong educator working with students, parents and other family members has helped prepare me for this position. I haved had the honor of serving my District for the last two years as member of the Kentucky House of Representatives. I have learned a lot about in the last two years and look forward to having an opportunity to learn about more opportunities to help the 23rd District and the Commonwealth. I also have a servants heart and desire the chance to help my constituents in the coming years. Voters cast their ballots on Election Day.

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REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE STROW FOR KY HOUSE DISTRICT 19 Paid for by the Committee to Elect Brian Kent Strow For KYHouse District 19 16 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

Kentucky Senate: 32nd District

nity allows me to see the perspectives and needs of Warren CITIZENS OF WARREN. Jeanie Smith County residents, so I can create policy that will make our lives better. My door will be open to all constituents, regard- Mike Wilson POSITION SOUGHT less of party affiliation, and their ideas. State Senator for District 32 Darrell Traughber POSITION SOUGHT PARTY AFFILIATION State Senator, District 32 Democrat POSITION SOUGHT PARTY AFFILIATION Ky. State Senate District 32 JEANNIE SMITH EMAIL Republican [email protected] PARTY AFFILIATION EMAIL Republican [email protected] WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES MIKE WILSON www.jeaniesmithforkentucky.com DARRELL EMAIL facebook: JeanieSmithforKentucky TRAUGHBER WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES twitter: JeanieSmith81 [email protected] http://www.senatormikewilson.com instagram: jeaniesmithforkentucky WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES RELEVANT EXPERIENCE RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Darrell Traughber for Ky State Senate.com Traughber for Senate on Facebook I’ve served in the Kentucky Senate since 2010. I’m a US Serving my community is my life’s work. In addition to Marine Veteran, past minister, and have raised my family in being a teacher and mother, I have also served as a mission- Bowling Green. I’ve managed budgets and turned unprof- ary overseas. Having worked in Bowling Green and Warren RELEVANT EXPERIENCE itable businesses around. I come from a farm-family back- County with farmers and low-income families, as well as Local businessman. Construction contractor providing ground and have experience in a range of industries includ- church committees and laborers, I am prepared to represent jobs for employees and sub-contractors. ing radio and auto manufacturing. Warren County. Magistrate District 6 for 2 terms 8 years. I have worked closely with Warren County Volunteer Fire WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Departments, Warren County Road Department and Public Works. As your Senator, I’m honored to fight for Warren County. As a concerned citizen, I have fought for the families of I happily cheer on our local businesses through my work Warren County from the Fiscal Court to Frankfort. Wages WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? with the Chamber of Commerce and I know the value of plummeted with the passage of “Right to Work” and repeal Kentucky’s job creators, having worked and managed busi- of Prevailing Wage. I am committed to repealing this legis- People over Politics. nesses large and small. My family is actively involved in lation and improving wages for workers. I am a Republican that believes spending is out of control. the Warren County community and my years of ministry By fully funding public education, including our beloved I also know our Government was never intended to be ran have provided me insight into the issues that our residents WKU, we will allow students to thrive and subsequently as a dictatorship. We have to put citizens first for the good face and the hopes that our community members hold for drive our economy. This is a top priority for me. We must of all. Neither political party has all the right answers. If we the future. I’ve sponsored legislation that has passed into work together we can find the answers. create clear pathways to long-lasting careers by generat- law, including the strongest pro-life legislation in Kentucky ing partnerships between local industry and our educational Government at all levels Primary role is supposed to be for the Health, Safety and Welfare of the CITIZENS. All history and laws that keep violent offenders and drug dealers institutions. off of our streets. I will continue to push for transparency in As State Senator, I will protect state employee pensions, too often it seems elected officials primary goal is to look government, responsible and conservative tax management, supporting arc contributions to ensure their success. after themselves. Major issues that have to be addressed are Having experienced complications during pregnancy, Pension Reform, Infrastructure, Wasteful Spending and spe- better and safer education for our students and teachers, I understand how critical it is that every Kentuckian has cial interest groups. long-lasting job opportunities, and making sure that govern- affordable, quality healthcare. ment works for the people of District 32. Warren County’s growth must be coupled with improved WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? infrastructure – including better roadways and internet reach- When I filed for Magistrate 2 terms a go I wanted to serve ing every corner of the county – allowing our small business- the citizens of Warren County. I also felt I needed to get an My life is about service to others through faith, and that es to prosper. understanding of local issues and how local government drives me on a daily basis. I’m running for re-election worked. When I filed my plan was to serve 2 terms and because my position in Senate leadership offers me a critical WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? then run for Senate. During my tenure I realized that com- opportunity to speak up on what our community members At a time when many families are struggling to make mon sense and local values are paramount. I don’t consider need most, and I know this is the best place for me to contin- ends meet, we see healthcare costs soaring and our pay- myself a politician but a citizen of Warren County who is ue serving our residents. checks shrinking. The schools we love and the teachers that willing to serve the fine people of this area. I have raised our family in Bowling Green and this is our make them so special are under attack by the current admin- Put a life long resident in Frankfort it really does matter. home. I will continue to serve our neighbors for as long as istration and leadership. Our community and children are People Over Politics. you’ll have me. depending on us to make better choices, investing in them. As a public employee with a growing family of my own, I WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? understand the needs of our families and communities. We My business experience, commitment and common sense As Majority Whip, I’m uniquely positioned to make are playing by the rules, but the game is rigged. Kentucky will serve the great people of Warren County. Warren County issues heard in Frankfort. I’ve served our can do better, and I am ready to make that happen. As a citizen I believe we have to pay back and not just community since 2010. receive. Some of the ways I have paid back are: As a member of the important Senate Education Committee, WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? Building and Donating to the county the Prayer Chapel I work daily on public policy to advance the interests of qual- As a working mother, I will bring a surge of energy that At Basil Griffin Park. Building Grahams Friends house and ity education for Kentucky’s youth. As a veteran, I sponsored has been missing from our legislature. I am a problem solver donating proceeds to county schools special needs program legislation that saved our American Legion and VFW. My who brings new, creative solutions to the table. It’s time for and a scholarship for students at Light House Academy. business experience is diverse and I have personally worked our legislature to start truly representing the people, includ- Started and continue to have annual Walk to Prevent Suicide. on legislation that has brought 17,000 new jobs and $9 bil- ing women, of which, there are only four serving in the I truly care about OUR community. lion in new investments to Kentucky. To be sure, there’s still Senate. My unique experience in schools and our commu- I only have ONE special interest group. work to be done and I humbly ask for your vote. Presented by Thursday, May 10th, 2018 at SKyPAC in B ow ling G reen Cerem ony w ill be Livestream ed on Facebook! w w w .facebook.com /TheM edicalCenterBG/ w w w .facebook.com /bgdailynew s/ Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 17

Warren Circuit Court Clerk Sonya Corder work can be more evenly distributed. This will in turn PARTY AFFILIATION improve moral and reduce office turnover making for a more Democrat cohesive team. POSITION SOUGHT Lastly to improve the partnerships of the people the Clerks EMAIL Warren County Circuit Court Clerk Office serves. The philosophy I love and have lived by is [email protected] “What can I/We do to make things better and more efficient”. Committed to the community, dedicated to progress. PARTY AFFILIATION WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES Republican WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? BrandiDuvall.com SONYA KILGO EMAIL This is a profession I have known was for me even before BRANDI DUVALL CORDER I was employed by the Clerks Office. I Loved working in RELEVANT EXPERIENCE [email protected] the Clerks Office and serving the Judges, staff and public I have twenty-three years combined and will keep the office moving in the forward momentum experience in business, accounting, office management, fif- WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES to better serve the community. I want to make the experience teen years of legal experience and ten years in the Clerk’s electsonyakilgocorder.com of coming to the Clerks Office one that is inviting and open office with the last six years spent serving as your elected to all that enter the doors. The residents of Warren County Circuit Clerk. In 2012, I became the newest Circuit Clerk in RELEVANT EXPERIENCE deserver a clerk that is available to them, making them feel Warren County in 30 years. I have 16 years experience serving the citizens of Warren important by providing great customer service. County. Within the clerks office I have held positions as WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? bench clerk for 3 different judges, Supervisor over District WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? My goals six years ago were to transform the Clerk’s office and Circuit Departments and Chief Deputy over Circuit. I have 16 years experience in the clerks office and have through updating outdated procedures; create better solutions I pride myself on complete fairness and impartiality to all worked in most all departments within it. I have a servants for convenience and efficiency to benefit the court system those I serve. heart and feel very passionate about Warren County and as well as the public; to rebuild bridges with local agencies its residents and values. I truly feel that I am not all know- and restore integrity to the Clerk’s office; to create a better WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? ing, and I encourage partnerships and teamwork to promote work environment for the employees who are hard working To improve the drivers license department making it more progress within all that I do. I have proven my leadership public servants; and to be actively involved in our communi- accessible and convenient to the public with changes that skills by serving on many committees and in numerous vol- ty through volunteering and fundraising for local non profit would decrease wait time. This is especially crucial given the unteer organizations within Warren County and the state of and charitable organizations. I have successfully met all of upcoming changes to the Kentucky drivers license. Kentucky. my goals, holding true to every promise I made six years To improve the phone system making it easier to speak to ago, which is why the Clerk’s office is in the best shape it the correct department or person needed to answer questions. Brandi Duvall has ever been. My platform for re-election is to continue to This will alleviate the frustration one gets by not being able update and integrate this office, maintain the structure and to speak to a real person or being transferred to the wrong proficiency that has been created and remain a dedicated ser- department. POSITION SOUGHT To promote cross training within the department so that Circuit Court Clerk See PAGE 18 ON MAY 22 VOTE ROBERT DONOHO Warren County Sixth District Magistrate

• Bring all parts of Warren County into the 21st Century by making high speed internet accessible • Support the work of our volunteer Fire Departments • Continue improvement of county roads • Maintain safe neighborhoods I am a lifelong resident of Warren County. I am fair and • Be available at all times for all the citizens of the 6th District possess a common sense approach to problems. I have good communication skills and enjoy meeting and talking to people of all ages. Due to my previous service as I want to serve Warren County by providing leadership and Communication about Magistrate, I am familiar with county government system issues that affect all citizens. I want to accept the challenges of meeting the needs and the process used to produce results. of the farming, suburban, and business communities of Warren County.

Served as 6th District Magistrate from 1998-2010 Paid for by the Candidate Robert Donoho For Magistrate 6th District 18 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

my job and though many things have been accomplished, just court related work, it’s an administrative undertaking. A FROM PAGE 17 there is still work to be done. With our driver’s license and large business with forty employees requires human resource ID’s changing soon, I am preparing to face the challenge of and business management experience, I am the only can- vant to our local court system and to this community. transitioning this entire county, as well as remodeling the didate with this experience plus an accounting background driver’s license department to add an express renewal line to which is essential to managing millions of dollars of court WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? better serve the public. money. My additional experience and qualifications make I took a leap of faith in 2012 challenging a thirty year me the best candidate to continue running the fifth largest incumbent for the opportunity to transform an office I cared WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? Circuit Clerk’s office in Kentucky as I have done successful- deeply for. It was then, and still remains, an honor to serve Working in this office differs tremendously from running ly for the last six years. the court system and the citizens of Warren County. I love it. I’m the only candidate who has done both. This job isn’t Why fix what’s not broken?

Warren County Commonwealth’s Attorney Christopher Cohron for Warren County and as First Assistant Commonwealth’s as historically done. The work done by this Office is of para- Attorney for Warren County. mount importance to our community. I grew up in this community and have watched the amazing growth and opportu- POSITION SOUGHT WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? nities available in Warren County. It is the responsibility of Commonwealth’s Attorney 8th Judicial The primary responsibility of the office of Commonwealth’s this Office to protect those that may not be able to protect Circuit (Warren County) Attorney is to see that justice is accomplished through the themselves. This Office will continue to seek justice for the aggressive, competent, and ethical prosecution of criminal families of homicide victims, children that have been abused, and victims that are trapped in the cycle of domestic vio- PARTY AFFILIATION cases. The Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office in Warren lence. These cases will remain our priority. Democrat County has also taken a leadership role in the prosecutorial CHRISTOPHER community state wide. I am Past President of the Kentucky COHRON WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? EMAIL Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Association and have served as The work done by this Office during my leadership has [email protected] the Legislative Director of the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Association since 2006. As Legislative Director, I have been repeatedly recognized throughout the Commonwealth. appeared before Legislative Committees numerous times I was honored in 2007 and 2014 as the Outstanding WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES Commonwealth’s Attorney for Kentucky. In 2008, I was advocating for prosecutors, law enforcement, and victim’s www.bgkyprosecutor.com honored as Kentucky’s Outstanding Prosecutor by Elder Twitter- @BG_Prosecutor rights. I have represented the Commonwealth’s Attorneys Abuse Awareness Council. In 2010, I was given the high- Facebook- Chris Cohron Association on multiple occasions in regards to criminal jus- est honor that can be bestowed upon a Commonwealth’s tice reforms. This Office will continue to lead the prosecuto- Attorney in Kentucky, the Carroll M. Redford Award as RELEVANT EXPERIENCE rial community in Kentucky under my tenure. Kentucky’s Outstanding Prosecutor by the Kentucky I have been honored to serve as Commonwealth’s Attorney Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Association. These honors, for Warren County after being elected in May of 2004. Prior WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? along with many others, show that this Office will continue to that I served as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney I am running to continue the excellent work that this office to lead the Commonwealth in the area of criminal justice. Warren County Jailer Stephen Harmon Sheriff’s Office leading the Support Services Division and WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? serving on multiple boards within Bowling Green and Warren I am running to continue my service to the staff and County. I was also appointed as your Jailer in April 2017. inmates of Warren County Regional Jail and the citizens of POSITION SOUGHT Warren County as a whole. Warren County Jailer WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? I am running to continue to evaluate ways that we can My platform is working to move away from warehous- improve the jail operation while looking for ways to make PARTY AFFILIATION ing inmates and progress towards rehabilitating people. the operation even more fiscally responsible. All citizens can benefit from a well-managed jail. Republican I was appointed as Jailer in April, 2017 after the former Jailer retired. My record throughout my law enforcement STEPHEN HARMON WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? EMAIL career and specifically the year I have served as your Warren County Jailer, speak clearly about my commitment and ded- [email protected] My dedication and willingness to work along side my ication to the office. I have brought efficiency and effective- staff while being engaged in each piece of the jail operation ness to the department while increasing training and process- is what makes me the best candidate for the office. I put in WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES es to enhance safety and security for the staff and inmates. more than full time hours and my staff and the inmates will FaceBook: Stephen Harmon Twitter: @WCJailerHarmon I have implemented new programs and have several more attest that I have my finger on the pulse of this operation. I planned for the future to assist inmates with a successful am a working official who wants to continue to measure the RELEVANT EXPERIENCE reentry into society upon release while maximizing the use successes of the Warren County Regional Jail in ways that My experience is 18 years of service at the Warren County of each tax dollar. benefit the staff, inmates, and the taxpayers. Warren County Coroner Kevin Kirby Over 30 years experience trained by the Ky dept. of justice and have reached master coroner in training. Moderated Political Forum

POSITION SOUGHT WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? featuring candidates running for the Warren County coroner To be the voice of those who can not speak and serve the 20th District House seat people of Warren Co. as they deserve. PARTY AFFILIATION Bowling Green Junior High School Democrat WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? To continue the integrity and service this office requires. 6 p.m. • Thursday, May 3, 2018 EMAIL KEVIN KIRBY [email protected] WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? Attend or watch LIVE video on the My experience and qualified staff that provide these ser- Bowling Green Daily News Facebook page! RELEVANT EXPERIENCE vices for warren county. Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 19 20 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

The Warren County Justice Center is seen at dusk in Bowling Green. Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 21

Warren County PVA Bob Branstetter

POSITION SOUGHT Property Valuation Administrator

EMAIL [email protected] BOB BRANSTETTER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE I have been the property valuation administrator in Warren County since December 4, 2006. Prior my term here I was involved in home construction, real estate sales, appraisals and auctions.

WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? To continue offering the citizens of Warren County fair and equalized assessments of their real estate. We also are striving to become more efficient in our duties through the use of modern technology.

WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? As stated prior to continue with the work we have in progress and see that the office stays abreast of changes and values of real estate.

WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? I feel my experience and the experience of my working staff best protect the integrity of the office and offer a better level of service to the taxpayers. Downtown Bowling Green is seen at night. 22 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

Several people watch the solar eclipse Aug. 21 from the cupola of the Warren County Courthouse in Bowl- ing Green. JOE IMEL/jimel@ bgdailynews.com Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 23

Warren County Judge-Executive properties. However, strong financial man- Mike Buchanon agement and delivery of core Govt services are enhanced with quality of life facilities POSITION SOUGHT and programs to achieve important balanced Warren County Judge sense of community and recreational oppor- Executive tunities for residents and families. Economic development has always been a central focus of mine. PARTY AFFILIATION Republican MIKE BUCHANON WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? I want to continue to protect Warren EMAIL County’s Fiscal Health, strengthen public [email protected] protection services, law enfrcement, economic development, build stronger more WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES effective workforce development & training MikeBuchanon – Facebook, Twitter, ins- through our state and local partners, pro- tagram mote tourism, and I want to continue Warren County’s economic growth momentum, RELEVANT EXPERIENCE which would include working with utility I have served as Judge Executive of companies to expand fiber and wireless com- Warren County since 1994. During this time, ponents to advance of our efforts to provide I have lobbied state legislature and mem- a level playing field that attracts competitive bers of congress. I have built relationships private investment that will help to achieve throughout the state. Ive passed Balanced our goal to make high speed broadband budgets every year, and worked closely with affordable and accessible to every business dept heads, elected officials and economic and resident countywide. development professionals, and prospects. WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? THIS POSITION? Provide efficient and effective government I have years of experience in administration services/provide strong financial manage- of county services, and balancing a budget ment/Provide an environment that attracts each year, working with all depts, dept heads, job creators, through low taxes and positive elected officials, local, state and federal. There WARREN COUNTY COURTHOUSE quality of life/. I am a conservative person would be no learning curve, nor would there with a belief that government’s primary be down time in county government. Warren years, in economic growth, new jobs, and the energy, desire and the drive to continue to purpose is to protect its citizens and their County has excelled on many levels in recent quality of life issues. I have the experience, move our community forward. 24 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

Warren County Sheriff

I have been firm when needed, but respect- Sheriff of the year. These awards are not THIS POSITION? Ron Ford ful of the individual and the community in given lightly. I have surrounded myself with I am the only candidate that has consis- which I served. a staff that helps me perform the tasks that tently served my community for the past POSITION SOUGHT Having been outside law enforcement for are needed to get the job of Warren County 20 years as a police officer and as a com- Warren County Sheriff a number of years, my observation is that the Sheriff accomplished. I can move on into munity leader. I have worked hand-in-hand law enforcement profession as a whole can the future without missing a beat. I want to with the Warren County Community at both benefit by refocusing on the foundation of thank all of my friends and supporters from PARTY AFFILIATION the personal and professional level. I have a “To Serve and Protect” that has long been the the past and ask again that they support me genuine understanding of the current issues Republican motto of law enforcement. by electing me once again to the position of and a plan to fix them. Because of my work RON FORD Warren County Sheriff. ethic and dedication to this community, I will EMAIL Jerry ‘Peanuts’ work relentlessly to make this the best coun- ronald_d_ford@yahoo. Shawn Helbig ty in the Commonwealth. com Gaines Brett Hightower WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES POSITION SOUGHT Facebook – Ron Ford for Sheriff POSITION SOUGHT Warren County Sheriff Sheriff of Warren County POSITION SOUGHT RELEVANT EXPERIENCE PARTY AFFILIATION Warren County Sheriff I have over 20 years experience in law PARTY AFFILIATION Republican enforcement, working within communities JERRY ‘PEANUTS’ Democrat PARTY AFFILIATION GAINES SHAWN HELBIG and acknowledged by those communities as EMAIL Republican being a public servant of the highest integ- EMAIL HelbigForSheriff@ rity. I am certified by the Kentucky Law [email protected] gmail.com BRETT HIGHTOWER EMAIL Enforcement Academy with hundreds of [email protected] hours of in-service training as required by WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES Kentucky law. www.warrencountykysheriff.com HelbigForSheriff.org WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES @HelbigForSheriff www.bretthightower4sheriff WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Facebook – Brett Hightower for Warren The top priority of the sheriff’s office is I am the longest serving Sheriff in KY, RELEVANT EXPERIENCE County Sheriff the safety and well-being of the citizens of over 40 years. I have the best full service 20 Years of Law Enforcement Experience #ElectBrett Warren County. In today’s environment, Sheriff Dept. in KY. We work closely with all 15 Years as Lodge President of Fraternal Instagram:electbrett we must place the highest priority on our Federal, State and Local agencies. In 2010, I Order of Police schools and the safety of our children. One of was elected National Sheriff of the Year. I am State FOP Executive Board leading over RELEVANT EXPERIENCE my first initiatives would be to evaluate the extremely proud of that honor. 10,000 members Law Enforcement Coordinator for U.S. programs in place and identify opportunities Master’s degree in Leadership & Attorney’s Office- Coordinated all feder- to enhance school security. WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Bachelor’s degree in Economics from WKU al, state and local law enforcement for the In addition, our sheriff’s department must There are approximately 127,000 citizens President of SKY Soccer Western District of Kentucky to INCLUDE establish a routine presence in our communi- in Bowling Green and Warren County. I 53 counties and two military bases. ties as a deterrent to criminal activity (drug never forget that I am here to serve every sin- WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Captain (Retired) Bowling Green Police trafficking and gang related activity) which gle one of them. Another important duty of Staffing Department has become increasingly prevalent over the the Sheriff is to collect taxes. Up to this point Warren County is the fastest growing Master Sergeant (Retired) Kentucky Army past several decades. While being vigilant this year 98.6% of all taxes have been col- county in the Commonwealth yet, we have National Guard to deter crime, we must also be respectful of lected. I believe in safe streets, safe schools reduced our number of deputies. More dep- Combat Veteran- Awarded Bronze Star and our citizens and their right to be treated fairly and personal safety and this is reflected in uties answering calls must be a priority. This Purple Heart and equally under the law. placing School Resource Officers in all of would allow us to address traffic and quality Regarding budgetary concerns, I am a the Warren County High Schools, training of life issues in the County. WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? fiscal conservative, and as such, believe I with the faculty and staff of the schools and Training have an obligation to our taxpayers to spend My training, experience and knowledge on twenty four hour seven days a week patrol Warren County Sheriff Deputies get only complex community issues directly align me responsibly and reduce spending where pos- on all of our county roads. I am very acces- the minimum amount of training required sible. to progressively lead and direct the Warren sible and return all calls before leaving in the by the Commonwealth, 40 hours of profes- County Sheriff’s department to the next afternoon. My staff is equipped with all of sional development each year. To make the level. WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? the newest technology and use those capa- Sheriff’s Office the best department possi- My priorities of work upon taking office Public service and law enforcement have bilities to be pro-active in deterring crime ble requires more training than just the min- will include: always been my passion. Warren County is and making our community a safe place for imum. -A working Sheriff that will lead from the my home, and I want to serve my commu- people to live and raise their families. Community Responsiveness front with professionalism, integrity, hon- nity. With advances in technology and the pro- esty, and a vision for the future growth of Years of experience in life change your WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? liferation of social media, our department Warren County perspective. When I was younger, I wanted The Sheriff is the only elected law enforce- needs to be more proactive in its approach to -Meeting with every employee within the to “chase the bad guys” and make a name ment in Warren County. If I do not do my job responding to community needs. Each call Sheriff’s department to ask them what their for myself. Now, I want to see a community it is reflected in the election. No one under- for assistance must be given the priority it ideas are to increase efficiency and effective- thrive and be a safe place to raise our children stands this better than I do. I know I can deserves. ness to better serve our community. and my grandchildren. But only by working do what is needed to perform the duties of -A complete assessment of the entire agen- together can we make Bowling Green and Sheriff. I have proven this over the years. I WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? cy to optimize efficiency in order to meet Warren County a safer community. enjoy the interactions I have with the public The current sheriff is not in touch with the national standards and sincerely enjoy helping to solve people’s constantly changing needs of our community. -Increase school resource officer program WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR problems they encounter from day to day. I It is time to bring new energy and new direc- to ensure the protection of our most valuable THIS POSITION? have worked hard over the years to establish tion to our Sheriff’s Department. As the fast- resource, our children As a Warren County native, I understand this office as one of the best in Kentucky. est-growing county in the Commonwealth, -Collection and utilization of identified our history and our culture, and have an we need to utilize newer technology and statistical information to implement patrol appreciation for the concerns and needs of WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR training to better serve the Warren County sectors across the county in order to reduce our fellow citizens. THIS POSITION? community. crime and accidents As stated above, I have had many years in As I previously stated, I am a past National public service. While performing my duties, Sheriff of the Year as well as Kentucky WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR See PAGE 25 Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 25 FROM PAGE 24 WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? My past police, military and work experiences and knowledge directly align me to progressively lead and direct the Warren County Sheriff’s department to the next level. Warren County is a growing and vibrant community that I love and care deeply about. It is time to renew our commitment to those that we serve. It is time for the voices of those within this community are heard. We will work together to reduce crime, accidents/speeding, efficiency of the agency, service to the community and increase the school safety programs.

WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? I have more training, leadership experience and breadth of knowledge on community issues than any other candidate. I am a proven leader that has led within the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the Bowling Green Police Department, Marines, Kentucky Army National Guard, and former BGPD Commander of the Critical Response. I am a graduate of WKU and countless leadership schools to include the police Criminal Justice Executive Development Training, the military’s Senior Non-Commissioner Officers course and the elite Army Ranger course. My leadership capabilities have been instru- mental in leading and developing teams both locally and internationally to solve complex A sheriff’s car responds to a nighttime incident. community issues.

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Warren County Magistrate: 2nd District

er. I chose to set up shop in Bowling Green and participate in Some four years ago I promised you, Chris Abend the reinvigoration of downtown. It’s where I live, work, play, the Citizens of Warren County. I would met my wife, Krista, and this community is where we intend work tirelessly to continue to stimulate POSITION SOUGHT to raise our children. I’m here to serve. our economic growth by cooperating Second District Magistrate with, City Leaders, the Kentucky econom- WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? ic development cabinet, Bowling Green PARTY AFFILIATION “Here to listen. Here to serve.” That isn’t just a slogan or area Chamber of Commerce, WKU, and SKYCTC. Republican pun given my profession as a retailer, it’s my life’s work and motivation. My ongoing efforts to raise up the communities I lowered your property tax rate, as PROMISED. CHRIS ABEND EMAIL of the 2nd district & Warren County is how I will earn your TOM LAWRENCE vote; not why I expect it. I am not running to tell my story or We ranked number one in economic [email protected] make things better for myself. I am running to make things development. (2016) better for you and to champion your investments as a tax- We have installed new infrastructure as PROMISED WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES payer and a citizen of Warren County. This is why I am the We have repaired, updated and replaced older infrastruc- Chris Abend for 2nd District Magistrate better candidate. ture as Promised. facebook.com/abendformagistrate We have added THOUSANDS of new JOBS, as @chrisabend on Twitter and IG PROMISED Tom Lawrence These next four years after I’m re-elected this coming RELEVANT EXPERIENCE November. I will continue my enthusiasm, my dedication As a downtown small business owner of 10 years, I pos- POSITION SOUGHT and my hard work to ensure we prosper and continue to sess the right blend of optimism tempered by experiences 2nd District Magistrate enrich the lives of every citizen in this great community only the service industry can provide. I’m always listening, of ours. We are blessed to live in this era of success, I will but never shy in voicing what is right and fair. Conflict reso- PARTY AFFILIATION continue to give my heart and soul to further improve our amazing community. lution and coalition building are skills I bring to bear. Democrat WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? EMAIL Being a lifelong resident and product of this great com- I believe in corporate and personal responsibility, but sys- [email protected] tems should be in place to keep our neighbors from falling munity. I’m extremely motivated to improve and give back to this community that has given me and my family so very through the cracks of society. Everyone is constantly told WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES to do more with less, which most of our neighbors, local much. Being a business owner and veteran of the United businesses, and nonprofits do on a daily basis. Shouldn’t our Tom Lawrence is your District 2 Magistrate (Campaign States military I have come to the realization I have a tre- government be held to that same standard? By tackling inef- Facebook page) mendous amount to offer as a voice for the people, I want to ficiencies and waste I will spur the fiscal court into being bet- Tom Lawrence (Personal Facebook Page) continue to stand side by side and proudly serve the constitu- ter stewards of our environment and the money of taxpayers. ents of the second district. I will continue to be your humble Whether business owners or staff, landlords or tenants, RELEVANT EXPERIENCE representative and thoughtful voice on fiscal court. teachers or students, artists or patrons – each and every citi- Your Current Magistrate District 2 zen has a stake in the growth of this community that we call Lifelong Resident WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? home. I’ve learned that most individuals won’t initially tell 91 Alpha combat Medic 2nd/123rd armor. Army National It’s obvious why I’m the best candidate for 2nd district you the root of their problems. However, when truly heard, Guard Magistrate. My outstanding leadership abilities. My history people will reveal incredible things about themselves, their Business owner/entrepreneur of almost five decades as a part of this community and the motivations, and their needs. I’m here to listen. Team member Scotty’s Contracting relationships that I have built uniquely equip me to serve my Community Volunteer constituents. My history of service to the people of Bowling WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? Vice President Warren County Welfare Board Green and Warren County through thousands of volunteer I’m running for office to give even more to the community Board member Boys and Girls Club hours over the decades have enriched my life and given me I love and to protect the interests, dreams, and rights of my board member Greenways commission first hand knowledge of the needs of the people. My experi- neighbors throughout Warren County. The 2nd district has ences and continuous service on Warren County Fiscal Court been my home for 15 years, both as a renter and a homeown- WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? has prepared me to serve our district at the highest level.

Warren County Constable Daniel To serve and represent the citizens of the WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Constable – District 1 2nd and Warren County. The citizens of District 4 and Warren Alexander County deserve a Constable with experience PARTY AFFILIATION and someone that can work with other agen- Republican Rick Bruce cies in a professional manor. POSITION SOUGHT RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Constable 2nd District POSITION SOUGHT WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? Currently serving in this position for the To continue serving the citizens of District Constable District 4 past four years, dependable, prompt and PARTY AFFILIATION 4 and Warren County in a professional manor. courteous services provided. DANIEL ALEXANDER Democrat PARTY AFFILIATION WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? EMAIL Republican THIS POSITION? The service provided by constables is of [email protected] RICK BRUCE Very simply, with over 20 years experience value to the community and cost effective for EMAIL in Law Enforcement and serving the com- those needing this assistance. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE [email protected] munity, I know the needs of our community. This is a way I can serve this community. 23 years Warren County Law Enforcement. 22 1/2 years Kentucky Army Nation WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Guard. Ken Burch THIS POSITION? Warren County Native. Over 20 years experience in Law I have experience in doing this work and I Enforcement and have served the citizens of have the time available to do it with care and WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Warren County for over 15 years. POSITION SOUGHT responsiveness. Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 27

Warren County Magistrate: 4th District

whats going on before it hits the paper. decision making of the fiscal court. I have Michael Clay helped many constituents solve a variety of WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? problems. I have owned several businesses POSITION SOUGHT I continue to run cause I know that I can offer the people and have been associated with finance all Magistrate Dist. 4 something they haven’t had in many years. A person that my 40 + year career. cares about them an the community. The county government PARTY AFFILIATION needs to run like a business. The public is the customers. WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Democrat What happen to the saying the customer “people” are right? Being fiscally responsible; protect our Granted you can’t always please everyone, but I think more property by continuing to support the MICHAEL CLAY REX McWHORTER Sheriff Department, fire departments, EMAIL people could be pleased than they currently are. We need more people to listen to the people and not lie and offer County Road Department, jail and Parks [email protected] smoke and mirrors as a answer. Department. Continue the growth of Warren County by bringing in more jobs and industry which in return adds RELEVANT EXPERIENCE WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? more revenue to the county. Work to bring broadband to all of Warren County. Being born and raised in Warren Co. I have seen a lot. I give a “Damn”. I feel that my work history and education Having been a business owner for 32 years I understand the are all assets. I served over 10 years as a volunteer in the WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? community. Worked for local major corps managing budgets community so I think that gave me the compassion to help in millions of dollars and cutting to save. I think being a and serve others. I love being able to help folks solve their problems. Being WKU grad helps as well. on fiscal court for 3 + years, I have tried to spend tax dollars wisely while trying to continue to grow Warren County. I WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? Rex McWhorter would like to continue serving the people and I want what Jobs, budget cuts, higher wages. We need to continue to is best not only for them but also my family. I have a vested interest in the success of Warren County as well because bring in corps to the area with high paying jobs. These jobs POSITION SOUGHT most of my family lives here. need to offer a person a career. Temp position aren’t long Magistrate 4th District term. Wanting to cut county budgets 2 percent if not more. WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION? County government needs to work smarter and better to PARTY AFFILIATION serve the people. One time Warren Co. had huge financial I have a great working relationship with all the county Republican standing. Need to cut back and build back the cash reserve departments, other magistrates and our county judge. and stop selling junk bonds. Need to stop the favoritism with Communication is very important to me. When I am con- some departments. Need someone that isn’t going to show WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES tacted by the citizens, I try to get their issues solved in a up at the court house just to drink coffee and eat donuts and Facebook timely manner. I have spent my whole career in finance and say yes. I know how to say “no”. I can’t say I been told the feel this is an important part of the job. truth from a magistrate in probably 30 years. I want be a RELEVANT EXPERIENCE working magistrate involved in the community and know Current Magistrate and have been a key player in the See PAGE 28

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WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? FROM PAGE 27 ADDRESSES Helping our community in District 4 as I enjoy public service and helping others. Facebook page well as the Warren County citizens is a It would be an honor to serve as magistrate major goal while serving as magistrate. I and represent our community. I would like Anthony Stidham RELEVANT EXPERIENCE believe in sound fiscal principles to assure a the opportunity to work for the citizens of Retired from Kentucky strong healthy economy for Warren County district 4 and Warren county. transportation cabinet citizens. I believe in family values, strong WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR POSITION SOUGHT department of highways. moral standards, and respect for our coun- Served as Commissioner THIS POSITION? District 4 Magistrate ANTHONY try. Representing District 4 with integrity and for the city of Smiths diligence to meet the needs of our citizens I truly care about our community and the STIDHAM Grove Kentucky. people in our community of Warren County. PARTY AFFILIATION Serve currently as the and volunteers of Warren County will be I will work as an advocate for the citizens another way to better serve the community. Democratic assistant chair on Board of Directors Smiths in District 4. I will be the presence in fiscal Grove Fire department. I will work hard as district 4’s magistrate court with pride for our district. I will dedi- Member of the Kosair Shriners and is also to impact positive outcomes for our county cate full time hours in the magistrate position EMAIL a past master and member of Hays Masonic and district. I will address all questions and and will be available for the needs of those [email protected] Lodge. concerns from district 4 as the representative. in District 4.

Warren County Magistrate: 5th District

trict. I have served on various I enjoy serving and I understand what it Jeffrey Naftel committees in my lifetime, means to represent all of the Fifth District WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR i.e., church, community equally. I want to see Warren County contin- POSITION SOUGHT THIS POSITION? center, work, Big Reedy ue to grow in the right way and that should District 5 Magistrate Hard working, self motivated. Christian Camp and the be determined by the people, and that is past four years as Fifth why I am seeking reelection as Fifth District PARTY AFFILIATION Mark Young District Magistrate. Magistrate to represent the people. Republican WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR JEFFREY NAFTEL MARK YOUNG THIS POSITION? EMAIL POSITION SOUGHT I want to continue to provide the services the people Living and working in Warren County for jrnproplumbing@gmail. Warren County Magistrate – Fifth District of the Fifth District expect and to improve 65 years, being married for 46 years, rais- com PARTY AFFILIATION those services whenever possible without ing a family, being an active member of Democrat raising taxes. The reason for government is Mt. Pleasant Church of Christ and serving RELEVANT EXPERIENCE to provide for the safety and well being of its as Magistrate have given me the experience Previously managed plumbing service citizens. All of our county agencies contrib- EMAIL necessary to make sound decisions. County division for Stewart Richey Const. experi- ute to this effort in some way. I am a strong government will have to make some tough [email protected] ence working with budget. Currently own supporter of affordable broadband access for decisions due to reduced funding for roads, my own plumbing company. all county residents, economic development, jails and higher County contribution for WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES volunteer fire departments, BG/WC Tourism employee pensions. I feel best suited to make WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? Mark Young Magistrate Fifth District- and the Warren County Parks and Recreation these decisions going forward. Thank you Public safety within the district is a major Warren County Department. for letting me serve you as your Fifth District concern, road improvements, high speed Magistrate and I look forward to serving you internet. Economic growth within the dis- RELEVANT EXPERIENCE WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? for the next four years. Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 29

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Warren County Magistrate: 6th District Garry Chaffin Jr. WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES and many more. My family is extremely RELEVANT EXPERIENCE VoteRonCummings.com important to me and I am 100% committed I own Thompson Services to Warren County and want to ensure our & Catering. I started my POSITION SOUGHT RELEVANT EXPERIENCE home remains vibrant and amazing. business 35 years ago. I Magistrate District 6 Long Time resident (1974), Long time have met many Warren Business man (since 1985) President & Robert Donoho County Citizens through PARTY AFFILIATION Lt. Governor Kiwanis Club of BG, Past my Catering Business. I have enjoyed working Democrat President Realtors Association, Past Board Member HOTEL INC, Leadership Bowling POSITION SOUGHT with several Churches, GARRY CHAFFIN JR. Green, on numerous Boards of Local Non- District 6 Magistrate DEWAYNE Schools, many Factories EMAIL profits, Crossland Church, 5 Children & 4 THOMPSON with all their special events. gchaffin@ Grandchildren, Married to Dacia Cummings. PARTY AFFILIATION I also have Thompson Cafe, lyonscompany.com located in the American Legion Post. Committed to Community. Democrat WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA ADDRESSES WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Facebook: Garry Chaffin I am committed to serving the people in Continue good work of Warren County Served as 6th District Fiscal Court with strong emphasis on my District. I feel we need better planning Magistrate from 1998- for our infrastructure, the focus needs to RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Growth while maintaining our outstanding 2010. Currently in my 10th year as Warren communities. Dedicated to securing coun- be improved before we are over run with ty-wide High Speed internet to all citizens of growth in the community. With additional County School Board Vice Chairman. I have WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? extensive experience working with large Warren County (this is now a basic need) and Subdivision/homes being built our children obtaining competitive choice for those who - Be available at all need safe roads to and from school, our budgets and in the construction industry. I times for all the citizens of have also served on several Boards over the already have service. Growth is important Fire Departments need more money for bet- District 6. ter equipment, the Road Department needs last thirty years. I am a 54 year old life long and will continue, but we MUST be disci- ROBERT DONOHO - Maintain safe neighbor- funding to repair our roadways from snow resident of District 6. plined in what we allow Planning & Zoning to allow to protect existing citizens and prop- hoods. removal, and flooding, especially roads - Continue improvement of country roads. that continue to overflow year after year. WHAT IS YOUR PLATFORM? erty value rights. I have vast experience in running and operating a business and this - Support the work of our volunteer fire Questions we need answered: Are our road- Safety is my number one priority. We insight will be valuable to Fiscal Court with departments. ways wide enough? Do they drain properly? must have safe roads, we must support our regards to Budget, Operations, Oversight, & - Bring all parts of Warren County into the Do we need more traffic control devices? I Volunteer Fire Fighters and our Sheriffs Future Growth. Have already demonstrat- 21st Century by making high speed internet will strive to have a safer and better commu- Department. Also, we must continue to ed my commitment to Warren County with possible. nity for my District. My door is always open offer support to our Warren County Parks Leadership positions with a multitude of to hear how I can improve our community. Department. agencies. I believe Warren County is in a WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? great position and want to add to the future I want to serve Warren County by pro- WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? growth in a positive and harmonious way. viding leadership and communication about I feel I can make a difference in my com- I enjoy serving. I am not one to set back This is MY home and want to maintain com- issues that affect all citizens. I want to accept munity. Fiscal Court votes on all issues in and hope for change. I want to be on the munity. the challenges of meeting the needs of the Warren County. They budget all departments, front line doing my part to affect change. My farming, suburban and business communi- Road Dept., Sheriff Dept., County Clerk, Family settled in Woodburn in the 1800’s WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? ties of Warren County. W.C. Jail, W.C. Parks Dept., and Planning and I have been blessed with opportunities to To offer my skills and talents to the future and Zoning. Recently Planning and Zoning raise my family and now my children raising of Warren County. Been a very successful WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR has seen a lot of growth which seems to pass their families in this great area we call home. businessman and can bring those skills and THIS POSITION? through the courts before every scenario has attributes to Fiscal Court, while meeting new I am a lifelong resident of Warren County. been considered. This is why I plan to listen WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR challenges that occur with the growth we are I am fair and possess a common sense and help my community on rezoning and THIS POSITION? experiencing. This is my home and I want approach to problems. I have good commu- roadways issues. I want to make sure we I believe when elected, you have hired me to be part of the growth while maintaining nication skills and enjoy meeting and talking look beyond today and plan for the future as to how this will affect our community. to do a job and I will work hard for all the our outstanding community. I have complete to people of all ages. Due to my previous people of District 6 and Warren County. respect for what has been laid before me and service as Magistrate, I am familiar with the am confident I can bring knowledge, cooper- county government system and the process WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR ation, and the leadership to continue our tra- used to produce results. THIS POSITION? Ronald ditions. Very proud to live in Warren County. I have lived in Warren County all my life, Married for 46 years, I have 2 Children, and Cummings WHAT MAKES YOU THE BEST CANDIDATE FOR Dewayne Thompson 4 Grandchildren. I have been a member of THIS POSITION? Bowling Green Christian Church for 46 POSITION SOUGHT I am the most qualified of my opponents POSITION SOUGHT years. I want the same for my Family as my Magistrate District 6 with a long history of living in Warren Magistrate Sixth District Neighbors do for theirs, to grow up in a safe County and being in business for myself environment. Where our Sheriff Dept. fights since 1985. I am the Owner/ Broker of drugs, patrols parks, where our children play, PARTY AFFILIATION PARTY AFFILIATION Century 21 Premier Realty Partners and truly and our roadways safe to travel. Growth is RONALD Republican Republican CUMMINGS understand our community in it’s entirety. good, but over growth can become a prob- Already serve in numerous Leadership posi- lem with traffic, schools, and safety. These EMAIL tions in Bowling Green including HOTEL EMAIL are a few issues I would like to address if [email protected] INC, Realtors Association, Kiwanis, Church, [email protected] I’m elected. Moderated Political Forum featuring candidates running for the 20th District House seat Bowling Green Junior High School 6 p.m. • Thursday, May 3, 2018 Attend or watch LIVE video on the Bowling Green Daily News Facebook page! Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Sunday, April 29, 2018 31 WARREN COUNTY PRIMARY ELECTION CANDIDATE LIST U.S. REPRESENTATIVE 23RD DISTRICT COUNTY JUDGE-EXECUTIVE PROPERTY VALUATION ADMINISTRATOR Democrat: LaToya Drake. Republican: Mike Buchanon (incum- Democrat: Bob Branstetter (incumbent – 2ND DISTRICT Republican: Steve Riley (incumbent). bent). unopposed). Republican: Brett Guthrie (incumbent). Independent: Jim Duffer. Democrats: Hank Linderman, Rane SHERIFF Sessions, Brian Pedigo, Grant Short. STATE SENATE JAILER Democrat: Jerry “Peanuts” Gaines, (incum- Republican: Stephen Harmon (incumbent – bent). 32ND DISTRICT unopposed). Republicans: Shawn Helbig, Ron Ford, STATE HOUSE Democrat: Jeanie Smith. Brett Hightower. Republicans: Mike Wilson (incumbent), MAGISTRATE 16TH DISTRICT Darrell Traughber. District 1 SURVEYOR Republican: Jason Petrie (incumbent – Republican: Doug Gorman (incumbent – Democrat: Barry Claypool (incumbent – unopposed). WARREN COUNTY unopposed). unopposed). 17TH DISTRICT District 2 CONSTABLE Democrat: Malcom Cherry. CIRCUIT COURT CLERK Democrat: Tom Lawrence (incumbent). District 1 Republicans: Joey Franzell, David Graham, Democrat: Brandi Duvall (incumbent). Republican: Chris Abend. Republicans: Ken Burch (incumbent), Steve Sheldon, Michael Wilson. Republican: Sonya Corder. Donnie Wilson. District 3 Democrat: Tony Payne (incumbent – unop- 19TH DISTRICT COMMONWEALTH’S ATTORNEY District 2 Democrats: William Fishback, Daniel posed). Democrat: Daniel Alexander. Democrat: Chris Cohron (incumbent – Republican: Tony Bell (incumbent). Johnson, Jacob Moore. unopposed). Republicans: Michael Meredith (incum- District 4 bent), Brian Strow. Democrats: Anthony Stidham, Mike Clay. District 3 CORONER Republican: Rex McWhorter (incumbent). Republican: Michael Cox (incumbent). 20TH DISTRICT Democrat: Kevin Kirby (incumbent – unopposed). District 5 District 4 Democrats: Rick DuBose, Patti Minter, Democrat: Mark Young (incumbent). Republicans: Jimmy Myers, Rick Bruce Brian “Slim” Nash, Ashlea Shepherd Porter, COUNTY ATTORNEY Republicans: Joe Akers (withdrawn), Jeff (incumbent). Eldon Renaud. Naftel. Democrat: Amy Milliken (incumbent – Republicans: Todd Alcott, Troy Brooks, District 5 Benjamin Lawson. unopposed). District 6 Democrats: Jerry Young (incumbent), Democrats: Robert Donoho, Garry Matthew King. 22ND DISTRICT COUNTY CLERK Chaffin Jr. Democrat: Wilson Stone (incumbent). Republican: Lynette Yates (incumbent – Republicans: Alexander Gabbard, Ronald District 6 Republican: Brian Gann. unopposed). Cummings, Dewayne Thompson. Republican: Pat Dawkins (incumbent). 32 Sunday, April 29, 2018 2018 Primary Voters’ Guide Daily News, Bowling Green, Kentucky

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