Several NWA races head to runoffs Dec. 1
Election season is not over for many Northwest Arkansans as several local offices remain undecided, requiring voters to return to the polls. How it works: Early voting for runoffs begins Nov. 24, with Election Day on Dec. 1. Check the Arkansas Secretary of State's website to find your polling places. Washington County Quorum Court — Incumbent Republican Justice of the Peace Butch Pond vs. Democrat Ashley Harvey to represent District 15 in the eastern part of the county, including Elkins. Pond led with 49% of the vote, compared to Harvey's 42%, according to final but unofficial election results from Washington County. Context: Democrats have already won a majority of the 15-person court after the general election. The runoff will decide whether Democrats further their influence or whether Republicans maintain a seat. Bella Vista mayor — Mayor John Flynn vs. City Council member Wendy Hughes . Flynn led with 43% of the vote, compared to Hughes' 39%, according to final but unofficial election results from Benton County. Hear what the candidates had to say in a forum . Elm Springs mayor – City Council member Roberta Peters vs. Ira Coker Peters led with 45% of the vote. Coker and candidate Mark
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