Thorpe poised to win re-election, while Barton hangs on in Northern Arizona’s House race
After a brief scare for the Republican incumbents, Reps. Bob Thorpe and Brenda Barton won re-election in northern Arizona’s Republican-dominated Legislative District 6.
Sen. Allen overcomes Democrat Nikki Bagley’s early lead in LD6
Republican Sen. Sylvia Allen surged to a commanding lead overnight in Legislative District 6, one that Democrat Nikki Bagley appears unlikely to overcome.
New House member Reeve a conservative, but not an ideologue
Arizona's newest state legislator said she sees beauty in the Socratic Method, by which opposing views on an issue submit to questions and debate ideas.
Rep. Amanda Reeve, a Phoenix Republican, said she doesn't subscribe to the my-way-or-the-highway style of politics.
Paralegal chosen as Crump replacement
In what Chairman Don Stapley acknowledged is becoming a regular event for the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, the group on Feb. 17 chose another new state lawmaker.
Supervisors to select Crump replacement today
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors will meet today at 9 a.m. to select a replacement for state Rep. Sam Crump of Anthem.
Braswell assumes Senate seat
Residents from Legislative District 6 have a new senator. David Braswell, chairman of the district's Republican Party, formally assumed office after a brief swearing-in ceremony on the Senate floor on Feb. 6.
Supervisors delay decision on Gorman’s replacement
Residents of Legislative District 6 will have to wait for a few more days before they will find out who their next state senator will be.
Senatorial candidates identified for empty Gorman seat
The Republican precinct committee from District 6 has nominated their district chairman, a party activist and a veteran committeeman to fill the Senate seat left vacant when Pamela Gorman resigned last week.
Possible replacements for Gorman to be named tonight
Precinct committeemen from Legislative District 6 will meet tonight to nominate three possible replacements for Pamela Gorman in the Arizona Senate. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at the Deer Valley Airport Restaurant.