Five file to run for sheriff

DAVENPORT – The race is on for several Lincoln County offices as political newcomers and incumbents square off following filing week.

The window for formally file to run for office closed Friday, May 20, after five days. At the end of filing, there were a total of 64 candidates vying for 29 offices – local, regional and statewide – in Lincoln County.

The most hotly contested race in the county will be for Lincoln County sheriff.

Five lawmen filed for office in a bid to replace Wade Magers, who did not seek re-election.

The candidates include Jeff R. Barden of Deer Meadows; Adam C. Johnson, Bri...