Tuesday’s Primary Election has come and gone so maybe we’ll get a little peace and quiet at least until the November General Election, fingers crossed.
Of Pickaway County’s 36,996 registered voters, there were 15,096 total ballots cast — which breaks down to 2,195 Democrats, 12,146 Republicans and 755 non-partisan votes in the Primary Election; 40 percent turnout.
For more numbers, see the Secretary of State’s Board of Elections website . A link to the results is posted in the online version of this story.
Results are unofficial until the canvass takes place March 29 when the results will be certified.
In local issues, the City of Circleville’s 0.4 percent income tax levy for safety forces was defeated with 1,346 voting against the levy and 1,265 favoring the measure.
Meanwhile, in Perry Township, a proposed 2.5 mills street levy (replacement) failed, with 83 voters casting their ballots against the measure and 76 voting in favor of the levy.
Walnut Township’s proposed $1.2 mill building bond failed, with 888 votes against the bond and 300 votes in favor.
Teays Valley’s proposed $96.5 million building bond failed with 4,719 votes cast against the measure and 1,602 in support.
As to local races of note, Brian Stewart won the Republican primary with 5,930 votes to Patty Hamilton’s 4,351 votes in the race for 12th District State Representative.
“I’m very grateful to Republicans in the 12th district for voting overwhelmingly to make me our party’s candidate for State Representative for a third straight election,” Stewart said. “As a legislator, I’ve cut income taxes for every resident, delivered property tax relief for Ohio seniors, passed 13 pieces of legislation, and been at the forefront of every major issue facing Ohio over my first 2 terms in the Ohio House of Representatives. I look forward to earning a third term in November and defending this seat against efforts by the radical Left to turn it blue.”
Running unopposed, Democrat Brad Cotton captured 1,652 votes in the primary election for 12th District State Representative.
“As the Democratic Party candidate for the Ohio House of Representatives District 12 , I offer my personal thanks to everyone who voted in our primary election. Democracy thrives best when everyone, everywhere votes,” he said. “Your vote counts. Note that Sheriff Hafey defeated challenger Dale Thomas by less than 140 votes. I Look forward to running a values-based campaign against Rep. Stewart. My supporters and I have serious differences with Rep. Stewart on matters of democracy, women’s rights, fair voting districts, compassionate and cost-effective health care and truly equal opportunities for education for all Ohioans.”
Cotton continued, “We are especially concerned that Rep. Stewart wasted $20 million dollars on the August special election in an attempt to silence your voice, deny women’s rights and permanently establish unfair Republican gerrymandered districts. I challenge Rep. Stewart to a series of debates before the November 5th general election. Democracy benefits from robust and factual open discussion on the issues facing Ohioans in our 12th House District.”
Matt Chafin defeated Judy Wolford in the Republican Primary for Common Pleas Court Judge with 6,313 votes to Wolford’s 4,352 votes. Democrats didn’t file a candidate in the primary.
"I want to give my heartfelt thanks to the voters of Pickaway County for selecting me as Judge for our Common Pleas Court. Julie and I have enjoyed the process of speaking with people throughout our great county. I worked hard to gain your confidence and I will work hard to be firm and fair on the bench," Chafin said.
Grant Davis defeated Tracey Garrett in the Republican Primary for Clerk of Common Pleas Court with 5,774 votes to Garrett’s 3,668 votes. Democrats didn’t file a candidate in the primary.
Matthew Hafey captured the GOP nod for Sheriff with 5,548 votes to Dale Thomas’ 5,411 votes. Democrats didn’t file a candidate in the primary.
Sarah Turner defeated Laura Schweitzer and Travis Ricketts in the GOP race for Recorder. Turner received 5,154 votes to Ricketts’ 2,996 votes and Schweitzer’s 1,496 votes. Democrats didn’t file a candidate in the primary.
John Howley defeated Tammy Deck in the GOP race for Treasurer. Howley received 5,405 votes to Deck’s 4,156 votes. Democrats didn’t file a candidate in the primary.
Republicans Harold Henson and Gary Scherer won their races — both unopposed — county commission. Henson garnered 8,817 votes while Scherer received 8,677 votes. Democrats didn’t file candidates in these races.
Running unopposed, Republican Jayme Hartley Fountain captured the party’s nod for Prosecuting Attorney with 8,611 votes. Democrats didn’t file a candidate in the primary.
Chris Mullins ran unopposed to capture the GOP nod for Engineer with 8,627 votes. Democrats didn’t file a candidate in the primary.
Circleville District 2-A also had a local option for Sunday alcohol sales at Circleville Duchess, a measure the voters approved with 164 votes in favor to 94 votes cast in opposition.
Any candidates who want to thank the voters can send a statement and/or a Letter to the Editor to mlayton@apg-oh.com
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