Thursday, January 16, 2014
Candidates Qualify For Loretto Election
A list of candidates whose names will appear on the ballot for the April 22 Loretto City Election was released following the qualifying deadline Thursday.
Officials with the Lawrence County Election Commission report that three individuals met the requirements to run for mayor, while two qualified to run for alderman.
Mayoral candidates include incumbent Fred H. Simbeck, Jr., Bill Moore, and Jesse E. Turner. Alderman candidates Richard Burlison and Steve McMasters will vie for the seat currently held by Willie Flippo. Both positions have a four year term.
The last day for residents to register to vote in the election is March 24. The early voting period will run from April 2 through April 17, 2014.
