The field is widening as the deadline to file for candidacy draws nearer. Yesterday, Don Gurney notable for his knowledge of the Coos Bay Wagon Road lands filed for position 3 currently held by Cam Parry. He will be running against Rickey Wiley, Dale Pennie and Melissa Cribbens. Mark McKelvey entered the race last week opting to try for position 2 currently held by Fred Messerle. McKelvey is running against Geno Landrum and Kermit Gaston. At least two more possible candidates are likely to present themselves before March 6 in order to get on the May primary ballot.
Don is a great canidate. He has been involved in and promoted local agriculture for years. He is honest and has a good grasp of what this county needs. He has my vote.
PLEASE – may one of those yet to be identified candidates be Sheriff Zanni. My donation is ready to be mailed.