Washington County sheriff candidates face June 6 primaries
Four candidates, two Republicans and two Democrats, compete in the June 6 primary for Washington County sheriff. Incumbent Yale Jarvis, a Republican, cites jail closure due to structural damage and mold, with relocation costs rising as inmates are moved and a temporary facility is sought. The county also considers a regional jail and previously rejected a sales tax to fund a new center.
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Wash County Sheriff candidates debate jail funding and reform
Washington County voters hear GOP incumbent Jarvis and challenger Peterson clash over jail remodeling costs and a permanent facility. Roe and Combs seek Democratic nomination with plans to expand or repurpose the law center, boost drug education, and tighten budgets.
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Washington man targets roof fix and meth lab training
Combs, 52, of Washington, a former dispatcher and longtime reserve deputy for the Sheriffs Department, plans to repair the law center roof first. He runs the Talley rand Supper Club in Keota and would enhance staff education on locating methamphetamine labs with better training. The sheriff serves a four year term and earns 56 649 dollars annually.
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Iowa House District 60 picks up labor backed candidate
Rosemary Schwartz of Mount Auburn, a Democratic hopeful for Iowa House District 60, receives endorsement from the Iowa Federation of Labor AFL-CIO. District 60 covers Tama County, northern Benton County and parts of Black Hawk. Joel D. Miller announces Linn County Democratic appointments.
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