|
|
Published October 26, 2008 10:34 pm - PITTSBURG, Kan. — Voters in the 13th Kansas State Senate District will select between two political newcomers in the general election on Nov. 4. The 13th District is made up of Crawford, Bourbon and a portion of Cherokee counties in Southeast Kansas. Democratic candidate Patty Horgan is running against Republican Bob Marshall for the seat that was vacated last June when Democrat Jim Barone announced he would not seek a fourth term as senator.
State Senate seats at stake
By Greg Grisolano
ggrisolano@joplinglobe.com
PITTSBURG, Kan. — Voters in the 13th Kansas State Senate District will select between two political newcomers in the general election on Nov. 4.
The 13th District is made up of Crawford, Bourbon and a portion of Cherokee counties in Southeast Kansas.
Democratic candidate Patty Horgan is running against Republican Bob Marshall for the seat that was vacated last June when Democrat Jim Barone announced he would not seek a fourth term as senator.
Horgan, 60, is a retired executive for Regis Salons and a lifelong Pittsburg resident. This is her first bid for public office, but she has been an active campaign worker for the Democratic party in Crawford County. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Pittsburg State University.
Marshall, 70, retired in January as the athletic director for Fort Scott Community College. Marshall lives in Fort Scott and defeated 20-year-old Jacob LaTurner in the August primary. He holds a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering from the University of Kansas in Lawrence.
Both candidates said they see expanding the U.S. Highway 69 to four lanes through their district as a top priority.
“No doubt, U.S. 69 Highway is a ‘hot issue’ in each election. The 2009 Legislative year, however, makes the completion of U.S. 69 even more crucial,” Horgan said. “In 2009, the Kansas Legislature will approve a multiyear transportation plan, and as federal dollars dry up for highway projects and other infrastructure projects, it is imperative that we get this done before all opportunities are lost.”
Marshall said the key to getting the highway project complete would be continuing to push for funding from Topeka.
“We will still need to be vigilant in fighting for funding for its completion,” he said. “I have worked actively for almost a decade on the Highway 69 committee to make this four-lane a reality and will remain committed until it is completed.”
If elected, Marshall said his priorities would be economic development and education. He said he anti-abortion and a Second Amendment advocate.
Horgan said her priorities would be focusing on health care for uninsured Kansans, economic development and advocating for the use of the E-Verify program to help Kansas companies avoid hiring undocumented workers.
Marshall lost Crawford and Cherokee counties in the primary, but had a strong enough showing in Bourbon County to win the nomination. He said he doesn’t believe geography will play a role in the general-election contest.
“For me, this race isn’t about Republicans versus Democrats or Bourbon County versus Cherokee or Crawford counties,” he said. “It’s about finding solutions to the issues that matter most to our neighbors.”
•
Click to discuss this story with other readers on our forums.
|
|
: Special Offer For New Subscribers
:


 |
|
3RD PARTY LOGISTICS COMPANY
Looking for sales people with transportation sales experience, also broker agents. Please send resume to P.O. Box ...>MORE
OPIES TRANSPORT
Now Hiring Over the Road Drivers with 2 years experience. 800-341-9963 www.opiestransport.com ...>MORE
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Work along side and direct physically and mentally challenged adults in a work setting. Starts $8.00-$10.00 per hour. Co...>MORE
HIRING HAIR STYLIST
NOW HIRING HAIR STYLIST. Fun and energetic salon. 417-845-0555, Tanya....>MORE
ATTENTION OWNER OPERATORS
we are now leasing on trucks. Call Susan at 888-379-9432 ext 102 for details. ...>MORE
BUSY LAW OFFICE
Seeking experienced secretary. Good typing, computer and secretarial skills required. Position includes both secretarial...>MORE
HAIR STYLIST
for Carthage salon. 417-388-2074. ...>MORE
CREDIT ANALYST/LOAN REVIEW
Credit ANALYST/LOAN REVIEW Commercial banking experience required. Send resumes to 3223 Main.Joplin 64804...>MORE
SEEKING MICROSOFT SYSTEMS ANALYST
Seeking Microsoft Systems Analyst. Candidate will assist with presales consulting, primary installation and support of W...>MORE
TRUCK BROKERS
TRUCK BROKERS LANGE LOGISTICS, INC., a 3PL company seeks Account Managers in Joplin. Openings also in Dallas, Nashville ...>MORE
See all ads |
|
2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
LS, 4X4, 80,000 miles, priced to sell, $9,000 or best offer. 417-529-1957....>MORE
CHEVROLET, 2004 SILVERADO SS,
all high gloss black paint with full bed cover, 20” chrome wheels, white face gauges, 6.0 liter engine, all wheel drive,...>MORE
TOYOTA, 2009 CAMRY LE,
excellent conditon, black/tan, 29,500 miles, bought from Fletcher, warranty, $18,900. 417-793-1613...>MORE
1984 SUZUKI SAMURAI
4x4, 4 cylinder, 5 speed, 74,500 miles, 30+ mpg, $3000. (620)856-5807 or 620-762-2155....>MORE
2008 NISSAN VERSA
4-door, 4500 miles, 4 cylinder, automatic, power steering, air, AM/FM CD, power windows/locks, silver with black interio...>MORE
1993 ISUZU TROOPER
$2000 Good Interior Needs tune up. 417-396-8811....>MORE
2008 HONDA RUCKUS
black, low mileage, $1500. 918-961-8995....>MORE
PONTIAC, 1997 SUNFIRE,
2 door, automatic, low miles, very nice, $2650. 434-7382....>MORE
2002 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
4x4, asking $4500. (417)850-2454....>MORE
1999 DODGE NEON
5 speed, air, 92,000 miles. 417-529-4420 or 417-781-8907....>MORE
See all ads |
|
1617 JEFFERSON CIRCLE
3 BR, 2 ba, gar, fence, updated electric $63,000. 629-6135...>MORE
BY OWNER: 3 BR, 2 BA
1880 sq. ft., Cedar Ridge subdivision $189,900 417-621-5098...>MORE
BRIARBROOK
3 BR, 2.5 ba, 1 year lease $725/$700, no pets. 417-310-0056....>MORE
Deerfield Estates
in Carl Junction, prime building sites, reduced $10,000 each. 417-825-0052...>MORE
3 BR, 7 YEAR OLD
like new, all electric, 10 minutes to Neosho, 20 minutes to Joplin. No Smoking, No Pets, $700 Month, $350 Deposit. (417)...>MORE
DOWNTOWN JOPLIN
Commercial buildings. For sale or lease. For details phone Bill Martin, Quality Real Estat...>MORE
3 BR, 2 BA, FIREPLACE
2 car attached, corner lot. Royal Heights area. $103,500. 417-434-0502 or 417-673-5584....>MORE
2 BR, 9523 HIGHWAY NN
$450/$400; 417-592-2088....>MORE
3 BR, 1 BA, 827 S. PICHER
central heat/air, refrigerator, stove $500/$500. 437-6365....>MORE
HISTORICAL ROCK FILLING STATION
on Route 66 with lots of updates This solid old building has 1200 sq. ft. on 100x100 lot, on Main Street of Carter...>MORE
See all ads |
|
COUCH
full size, with pillows, light pastel colors, lavender and blue, no cats, no dogs, no kids, $150 or offer. 624-2197....>MORE
14 WEEK-10 WEEK OLD MORKIE
males, $200. Papillion females, $200. 417-548-2433....>MORE
2008 POLARIS TRAILBLAZER 330
2 wheel drive, like new, $2300. (918)961-8995....>MORE
CHEAP PUPPIES
Border Terriers, Dachshunds, Italian Greyhound, Lhasas, Morkies, Norwich Terriers, Shih-Tzus, Standard Poodles (chocolat...>MORE
BOW FLEX EXTREME HOME GYM
(417)438-9041...>MORE
COFFEE, END AND ENTRY TABLE
coffee, end and entry tables, Nordic Track Walk Fit, sewing machine desk, (417)206-4958....>MORE
1950S CAVALIER COKE MACHINE
in working order, $350. (417)782-2751....>MORE
2 CREMATION NICHES
2 CREMATION NICHES Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery, moving must sell quick. Call Carolyn, (417)624-3017....>MORE
YORKIE, POMERANIAN AND SILKY PUPPIES
wanting forever homes. Well socialized. Prices $75-$300. Early Christmas presents (417)652-7510, leave message. ...>MORE
TWO LIVING ESTATE SALES, ONE SITE
Saturday, November 7, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. 28245 Fir Road, Carl Junction, MO. Follow signs. Downsizing...>MORE
See all ads |
|
 |
|