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Local Election Results Reflect Mix of Incumbents, Newcomers to Elected Office

11/5/2020

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Congratulations to the candidates who prevailed on Nov. 3 and thanks to everyone who put themselves out there to run, especially at the local and state levels. Below is a list of candidates who prevailed in the election.

For more detailed results in Monroe County, click here for the cumulative report. Or check the Indiana Election Division site for statewide results.



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Chamber Launches Online Voter Guide for Nov. 3 Elections

10/5/2020

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The 2020 General Election is on Tuesday, Nov. 3. In addition to the race for U.S. President, many candidates are running for local, state and federal office. To help voters navigate their options, the Chamber has launched a nonpartisan resource guide for elected positions that represent all or parts of Monroe County.

In addition to general resources about the voting process, the site includes information about candidates for U.S. Congress District 9, Indiana Senate and House of Representatives, Monroe County Council and Commission, Monroe County Circuit Court, other Monroe County elected offices, and the school boards for Monroe County Community School Corp. and Richland-Bean Blossom Schools.

Not sure who's on your ballot? Go to the League of Women Voters Vote411 site, enter your address and get a listing. Or search for your ballot on the Indiana Voter Portal by clicking the "Who's On The Ballot" link.

CHAMBER ELECTION GUIDE
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Ruff, Yoder, Krothe among winners of June 2 Primary Election

6/3/2020

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Andy Ruff prevailed in a field of 5 candidates for the Democratic Party nomination to the 9th District Congressional seat and will face incumbent Republican Trey Hollingsworth in November.

Here's a rundown of other winners in competitive races on June 2:
  • State Senate District 40: Shelli Yoder (D)
  • State Representative District 60: Peggy Mayfield (R)
  • State Representative District 62: Jeff Ellington (R)
  • Monroe County Council At-Large: Trent Deckard (D), Geoff McKim (D), Cheryl Munson (D)
  • Monroe County Circuit Court Division 1: Geoff Bradley (D)
  • ​Monroe County Circuit Court Division 8: Kara Krothe (D)

Click here for a full list of Monroe County election results in the June 2 primary. Candidates will move on to compete in the general election on Nov. 3. 

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Chamber Provides Resources for June 2 Primary Election

5/5/2020

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Need to learn more about candidates in the June 2, 2020 primary election? The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is helping inform voters with a new resource site.

The Chamber's guide to the 2020 Primary Elections includes videos of one-on-one interviews with candidates in local, state and federal races, and candidates' written responses to questions from the Chamber. You'll also find links to campaign websites and social media for the candidates, if available.

This year, there are competitive primary races for Monroe County Council at-large seats, Monroe County Circuit Court, the Indiana legislature and the District 9 U.S. Congressional seat.

2020 Primary Elections Guide

​All registered voters can vote by mail in the primary. ​Click here to apply for your ballot online.
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