The Elko Area Chamber recently hosted a primary election candidate forum at the Elko Convention Center, providing an opportunity for voters to learn more about the candidates running for various positions in Elko County. In the race for County Commissioner Seat 5, Rex Steninger and Chris Mullins are competing for the position. Steninger highlighted his accomplishments on the commission and shared his vision for the future, while Mullins made vague statements about being a fighter. The writer of the article believes that Steninger is the clear choice for County Commissioner Seat 5 [79e12fd5].
For County Commissioner Seat 1, Wilde Brough is not seeking re-election, and Laura DelRio and Brian Gale are vying for the seat. DelRio brings extensive experience as a teacher, coach, and Wells City Councilwoman, while Gale lacks knowledge of local government. The writer supports DelRio as the preferred candidate for County Commissioner Seat 1 [79e12fd5].
The County Clerk position is being contested by Becky Plunkett and Misty Atkins. Plunkett has years of experience in the Clerk's office and demonstrated knowledge of the job, while Atkins lacks experience and expertise. The writer believes that Plunkett is the best choice for County Clerk [79e12fd5].
The article also addresses the issue of paper ballots and voting machine integrity. The writer asserts that Elko County does not face the same problems as other states and that local election processes have passed tests. The writer encourages voters to research the candidates thoroughly and emphasizes the importance of voting [79e12fd5].
In a recent opinion piece by Steve Andrist in the Bismarck Tribune, the author discusses the need to make the voting process easier for both voters and volunteers. The article suggests replacing the 'fill in the circle' voting process with express voting machines in Burleigh County. The author shares their personal experience of setting up voting booths and preparing for the primary election. They highlight the dedication of volunteers who work long hours to ensure a smooth voting process. The article criticizes the false narratives and distrust surrounding elections and calls for steps to make voting easier. The author mentions the use of express voting machines in Cass County, which allows residents to vote at any polling place in the county. This user-friendly system reduces the number of polling places and provides an online system to check voting center occupancy. The author concludes by advocating for the implementation of similar measures in Burleigh County to make voting more accessible for everyone [31f66267].