Bailey, Weaver win county races

By By Kyle Meddles, Richwood Gazette

The Republican candidates for two county positions have been selected as a result of the primary election last week.

Union County Commissioner

Shaun Bailey has won the GOP nomination for county commissioner for the November general election by a comfortable margin over challengers Letitia Rayl and PJ Reilly.

“Thank you Union County for trusting me with your vote. Thank you to everyone who supported and encouraged us,” Bailey said.

According to unofficial results from the Union County Board…

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