Filing for election to seek the 2nd District County Commission seat is Democrat John Settich whose release announcing his candidacy describes him as a first-time candidate who brings 28-years of involvement in Democratic politics and community service causes, as well as 25-years of teaching politics and government at the college level, including years spent as Chair of Political Science at Benedictine College.
Settich, shortly after Monday's filing deadline, released a Youtube video describing his candidacy.
The 2nd District Commission seat is currently held by Republican John Calhoon, appointed early this year to fill an unexpired term. Having now filed for election to the seat, Calhoon is also challenged by a member of his own party, with Republican Randell Vanderweide filing for election as 2nd District County Commissioner.
Calhoon's ability to hold the position has been challenged through a lawsuit filed by the Atchison County Attorney. The filing alleges he's ineligible to simultaneously serve as both commissioner and Jackson County Undersheriff. The case is making its way through the legal process.
Also filing for Atchison County Commission prior to Monday’s deadline was Democrat Charles Perdue, a former Atchison City Commissioner who now seeks the 1st District County Commission seat. It's currently held by Republican James Campbell, an appointee to the seat who did not file to seek election. However, another Republican, Katherine Kohler, has also filed to seek the role.
Meanwhile, 63rd District State Representative, Dr. Allen Reavis, has gained a challenger.
According to the Kansas Secretary of State, Democrat Adam Booth has filed to run for the seat held by the Republican Reavis.
Booth is listed as a resident of Wathena in Doniphan County.
The Kansas Primary Election is set for August 4 followed by the November 3 General Election.
