Just two weeks remain before the November election. While much of the attention has been focused on the presidential candidates, there are several important local races to decide. Tonight WLFI is hosting a debate between Republican Randy Truitt and Democrat John Polles, who are running for the statehouse seat being vacated by Joe Micon. The debate starts at 7:00p.m. We will also hear from the Tippecanoe County Commissioner candidates: Republican David Byers and Democrat David Woolums. I interviewed the commissioner candidates earlier this month. You can check that story on our website too.
The political 'buzz' around town is that the 4th District Congressional race could be a close one. Republican Steve Buyer is being challenged by Democrat Nels Ackerson. You can see lots of yard signs for both candidates, as well as TV and radio ads.WLFI will be previewing many of the local races leading up to the November 4th election. We are also planning on providing you the results on election night--on the air and on line. With a record number of people registered to vote, it could be a long night. The Tippecanoe County website, http://www.county.tippecanoe.in.us/ has a list of all the early vote centers and when you can vote early. Long lines are expected on election day, so take advantage of one of the satellite centers if you can.
