<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0yDHa9_1ByYfNOF00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0yDHa9_1ByYfNOF00" width="986" height="555" >KALISPELL, Mont. — Several local races in Flathead County will help shape county government for years to come.One of the most closely watched contests is the Republican primary for Flathead County sheriff and coroner.Incumbent Brian Heino is seeking a third term after serving more than two decades with the sheriff’s office, including the last seven years as sheriff. Challenger Evie Cahalen brings more than 25 years of law enforcement experience including leadership positions in internal affairs, family crimes investigations, and field operations.Another countywide race is the Republican primary for Flathead County Clerk and Recorder/Surveyor. With incumbent Debbie Pierson not seeking reelection, voters are choosing between Cheryl Hohman, who works managing county land records, and Sheena Sterling, a manager within the Clerk and Recorder’s office.On the Democratic side, voters are deciding the County Commission District 1 nomination.Nathan Dugan and Colton Little are competing in the primary, with the winner advancing to face incumbent Republican Brad Abell and independent Casey Malmquist in November.Little says his priorities include housing affordability, transportation, and expanding mental health services.Dugan says he’ll focus on managing growth, protecting taxpayers, and working with local cities.Voters are also weighing a nonpartisan race for Justice of the Peace Department 2.Current Justice of the Peace Tim Wenz is facing challenger Angela Ream. The race will help determine who presides over one of the county’s busiest lower courts.Some voters will also decide local funding measures including the Star Meadows Fire District mill levy, west of Whitefish. Officials say the levy would provide funding for fire protection services within the district.Results in the races for sheriff, county commission, clerk and recorder, and Justice of the Peace are expected to be among the closely watched local races.For the latest election results, visit our homepage.</div></body>

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KALISPELL, Mont. — Several local races in Flathead County will help shape county government for years to come. One of the most closely watched contests is the Republican primary for Flathead County sheriff and coroner. Incumbent Brian Heino is seeking a third term after serving more than two decades...

Flathead Co. primaries to shape several local races

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KALISPELL, Mont. — Several local races in Flathead County will help shape county government for years to come. One of the most closely watched contests is 

Flathead Co. primaries to shape several local races

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