Both likewise face challengers in the primary election Aug. 8. In District 2, which covers the Cortez area, incumbent Kent Lindsay is being challenged by fellow Republican Ray Gallacher. In District 3, which includes Mancos and the area south of Cortez, Democratic incumbent Kelly Wilson must battle challenger Lyle Rice in the primary. The winner of the District 2 primary will face Democrat Tony Valdez in the general election in November, while the winner in District 3 will face Veach. Voters must cast their ballots for candidates within the party in which they are registered.
Independent voters can declare a party affiliation at the polls.
The clerk s office is taking applications for absentee ballots now. Early voting will begin July 28 and end Aug. 4. Two forums this month will allow candidates to hear the views of the hopefuls. Also, on Thursday, July 27, the League of Women Voters is having a candidates forum for the primary candidates. It will take place in the Calvin Denton Room at Empire Electric at 7 p.m.