elections

Summit County State Rep Will Not Run For Re-Election After Accepting Role In Governor's Cabinet

By • Apr 3, 2020
Utah House of Representatives

As we’ve reported, Logan Wilde, a Republican who represents part of Summit County in the state legislature, is stepping down to take a role in the Governor’s office.

Wasatch County Election Filing Closes

By • Mar 19, 2020

Thursday evening marked the closure of election filing for Wasatch County races.

It's Time For 2020 Utah Candidates To Throw Their Hats In The Ring

By • Mar 13, 2020
Utah.gov

The filing window for national, state and local races in Utah for  election year 2020 opens on Friday, March 13th.    The filing period runs until 5 p.m. on Thursday March 19th.

In Summit County, three seats on the County Council are on this year’s ballot.   Seat C is currently held by Kim Carson, who has said she isn’t running for re-election.     The other two Council Members, Doug Clyde in Seat B and Roger Armstrong in seat A, have said they are seeking another  term.

Sanders Wins Popular Vote Among Wasatch County Democrats, While Summit County Dems Choose Bloomberg

By • Mar 3, 2020

During Super Tuesday the state of Utah selected President Donald Trump as their choice for the Republican primary nomination. In the Democratic race Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders won the state and Wasatch County, but former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg was the winner in Summit County.

In the Democratic race Senator Bernie Sanders won the state’s delegates with 34% of the popular vote. Sanders was followed by former Vice President Joe Biden who captured 17% of Utah’s popular vote, and former mayor Mike Bloomberg with 16%.

Wasatch County Republicans Hear From Party Candidates For Governor

By • Feb 26, 2020

The annual Wasatch County Republican Party Lincoln Day breakfast took place last Saturday. Candidates for governor delivered their messages to local members of the GOP.


Wasatch School Districts $150 Million School Bond Election Fails

By • Nov 5, 2019
Utah.gov

The $150 million school bond to create a new high school in the Heber Valley and to replace the current Midway Elementary school will not pass according to Tuesday night results. 5,223 or 57% residents voted against the bond while 3,921 or 42% voted for it.

Wasatch County Sending Out Ballots This Week

By • Oct 16, 2019

Ballots will begin to be sent out on October 16th, Wednesday to all active registered voters. There will be four different ballots sent out during the election.

All residents of Wasatch County will receive a ballot asking about the $150 million school bond election which if passed would replace Midway Elementary School and create a new high school in the valley.

Three municipalities will receive ballots with additional city council races.

Town Hall Offers Midway Parents Opportunity To Express Ideas For And Against $150 Million Bond

By • Oct 11, 2019

Midway Boosters hosted a forum regarding the $150 million school bond that would create a new high school in the valley and replace Midway Elementary School on Thursday evening.

The event allowed two Midway parents, one for and one against the bond, to lay out their reasoning for their votes. Member of Citizens Building Education Brad Wagstaff went first. He started by pointing out the reality of rapid growth in the Heber Valley.

Six Wasatch County Mayors Release Statement On $150 Million School Bond

By • Oct 9, 2019

The Mayors of six Wasatch County towns released a statement regarding the Wasatch School District $150 million bond.

The Mayors of Charleston, Wallsburg, Daniel, Interlaken, Midway and Heber City have all signed a statement regarding the $150 Million School Bond Wasatch County residents will vote on this election season. The five-paragraph statement was released on Wednesday.

Heber City Mayor Kellen Potter said that after asking questions to the board at an interlocal meeting and a public hearing she heard that she was being described as against addressing the issue.

Midway Boosters Hosting Town Hall Discussions On School Bond As Well As Meet The Candidates Night

By • Oct 7, 2019

The Midway Boosters are providing an opportunity for residents to meet the candidates for City Council. Additionally, the club is holding a school bond debate. The two town hall discussions take place at the Midway Community Center.

Heber City Council Candidates Participate In Debate

By • Oct 1, 2019

The six Heber City Council candidates sat down for a debate on Monday evening. The event was hosted by the Wasatch Taxpayers Association where candidates participated in three discussions each lasting about 20 minutes.

Wasatch County Taxpayers Association Hosting Debate For Heber City Council Candidates On Monday

By • Sep 27, 2019

The Wasatch County Taxpayers Association is holding a debate for Heber City Council Candidates. The Monday night event will allow for a deeper dive into issues important to Heber City residents.

The debate is scheduled for 7:00 pm Monday September 30th at the Heber Public Safety Building at 301 S Main Street. Heber City Council Candidates Rachel Kahler, Mike Johnston, Ryan Stack, Perry Rose as well as incumbent council members Jeff Bradshaw and Ron Crittenden are all planning to attend the event.

Heber City Council Primary Election Results

By • Aug 14, 2019

The race for the three Heber City Council seats has narrowed from eight to six.  

Of Heber’s 6,989 registered voters 1,801 ballots were cast. For a total of 25.77% voter turnout.

Rachel Kahler led the way with 987 votes winning 21.13% of the vote total. Mike Johnston and Ryan Stack finished as the top three vote getters winning 17.25% and 15.45% of the vote.

Perry Rose as well as incumbents Jeff Bradshaw and Ron Crittenden will also be on November 5th’s General election ballot. Rose and Bradshaw captured 11% of the vote, while Crittenden won 9.48% of the vote.

Cada Domingo - Rainer Huck

By Jorge Rodriguez • Aug 4, 2019

  Salt Lake Mayor Candidate Rainer Huck 

KPCW's Interviews With Heber City Council Candidates

By • Jul 30, 2019

Eight Heber residents are running for three city council seats opening up in 2020. The ballots for the Primary Election have been sent out. The Primary Election will narrow the eight candidates down to six before the municipal general election. Residents can also cast their vote on August 13th from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm at Heber City Hall located at 75 North Main Street.

KPCW has reached out to all eight residents running for council. Below are interviews with seven of the candidates running for council.

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