Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Speculation aside, Larry Sabato, a well-known political scientist lays out his argument for Gov. Scott Walker being a top-tier candidate for Republican nomination for president in 2016.
The signs that Gov. Scott Walker is laying the groundwork for a possible presidential run are clear, but still speculative. And that speculation may be intensifying as Larry Sabato, a well-known political scientist, has declared Walker a top-tier candidate for Republican nominee for president in 2016 — right up there with New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida. Walker is writing a book about his governorship, which may become a resume of sorts and is planning to address conservatives in Iowa at the invitation of Gov. Terry Branstad in May. He also was one of the key speakers at the Conservative Political Action Conference in March. And, according to Politico, “he wouldn’t commit to serving throughout a second four-…
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Incumbent Village President Ron Coutts loses his seat to Bob Bradley. Two incumbents on the Village Board—Jim Dobbs and Kevin Wanggaard—keep their seats. And David Prott returns to the Village Board after having been gone for a few years.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
In order to spend $49 million of taxpayers' money, Racine, Kenosha and Walworth counties would have had to have a majority of voters approve the referendum Tuesday. But that didn't happen.
Residents from Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties shot down a $49 million referendum for Gateway Technical College on Tuesday, according to a story in The Journal Times. The money would have been used on several construction projects, including a $15.6 million public safety training facility, and a $13.5 million expansion and renovation project at the campus in Elkhorn. Gateway president Bryan Albrecht told the Journal Times: “It’s disappointing that the referendum didn’t go our way but we continue to be strong advocates for Gateway and our students." The referendum would have only passed if all three counties had a majority of voters support it.
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Wondering how the village voted in regional and statewide elections? We've got the Caledonia breakdown for you right here.
Elections have been big in Caledonia, and while there were no huge names or races on today's ballot, the elections still brought the voters out. Here's how the village voted: Wisconsin Supreme Court Caledonia voters went for Pat Roggensack, the winner in the statewide election. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Caledonia voters supported Don Pridemore, the loser in the statewide election. Racine Unified School Board Caledonia voters stood behind Julie McKenna, Michael Frontier and Robert Wittke Jr in the Racine Unified School Board race. Overall, incumbents Chris Eperjesy and Julie McKenna, plus newcomer Michael Frontier won seats on the School Board. Caledonia Village Board Caledonia voters elected a new village president, …
Incumbent candidates Julie McKenna, Christopher Eperjesy and newcomer Michael Frontier are the three top vote-getters and will take seats on the Racine Unified School Board.
With all precincts reporting, Racine Unified School Board incumbents Chris Eperjesy and Julie McKenna, plus newcomer Michael Frontier came out on top. Frontier garnered more votes than either incumbent and said he's a little overwhelmed by the results of the election. "It's quite an honor, and I'm a little overwhelmed," he said. "I'm looking forward to serving the community." He also wanted to point out the risk the rest of the candidates took by running for school board and to acknowledge their efforts. "I want to commend all the people for running," Frontier added. "It's so important that people take the risk to take on the challenges to make our community stronger." Kristie Formolo, even though she didn't make the cut, said she had a …
Justice Pat Roggensack defeats Ed Fallone in race for Wisconsin Supreme Court, while Tony Evers beats Don Pridemore for state superintendent of schools.
State Supreme Court Justice Pat Roggensack defeated challenger Ed Fallone Tuesday in her bid for a second 10-year term on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Meanwhile, Superintendent of Schools Tony Evers withstood a challenge from Republican state Rep. Don Pridemore in the only other contested statewide race on the ballot. Roggensack was declared the winner by the Associated Press shortly before 10 p.m. Tuesday. As of midnight, with 88 percent of the statewide vote counted, she had 57 percent of the vote to Fallone's 42 percent, according to election results from WISN 12 News. The race for Wisconsin's top education post wasn't as close. With 88 percent of the statewide vote counted as of midnight, Evers had 61 percent of the vote, with …
Incumbent Village President Ron Coutts loses his seat to Bob Bradley. Two incumbents on the Village Board—Jim Dobbs and Kevin Wanggaard—keep their seats. And David Prott returns to the Village Board after having been gone for a few years.
Bob Bradley has unseated incumbent Village President Ron Coutts, in Tuesday's election. He is the only challenger to have successfully unseated an incumbent. In the trustee races, incumbents Jim Dobbs and Kevin Wanggaard have kept their seats, and David Prott will join them on the board. Prott previously served on the Board in 2005. “I’m excited, honored and humbled," Bradley said. "I hope that I can live up to everyone’s expectations. But I also appreciate all of the hard work Ron has done over the years. Hopefully I can fill his shoes.” Once in office, Bradley plans to focus his attention on getting water out to Interstate 94 to help attract development. He also intends to work with the Caledonia Historical Society and the Caledonia …
Monday, April 1, 2013
From knowing who's on the ballot to what they stand for and where to cast a ballot, Patch has everything voters need to know before heading to the polls.
Four newcomers and two incumbents are running for the Racine Unified School District Board of Education. Get to know them here.
Sunday, March 31, 2013
Incumbent Kevin Wanggaard will take on challenger Maureen Cramer in Village Board race on April 2.
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