(03/11/13) - Genesee County voters will head to the polls Tuesday for a special primary election to begin the process of selecting a new state senator.
The seat was left vacant by John Gleason, who was elected county clerk in November.
"The district is a mixed bag, as it includes the city of flint and a number of western townships in the western parts of county," said political analyst Paul Rozycki.
It certainly is a mixed bag of candidates, as well, vying for a spot to move on in May.
On the Republican side - retired business owner Robert Daunt and customer service representative Adam Ford.
Five Democrats are hoping for your vote Tuesday.
They include - State Representative Jim Ananich, General Motors employee Chris Del Morone, Genesee County Commissioner Ted Henry and State Representative Woodrow Stanley. You will also see Lawrence Woods on the ballot, but he has since issued a statement saying he has dropped out of the race.
Regardless of who moves on to May and who is elected then, it ultimately means one more voice for Mid-Michigan.
"But the odds are very good it will be a Democratic voice," Rozycki said.
Rozycki said the winner of the Democratic nomination is all but certain to win the district in the general election, as has been the case is past elections.
"I think it's mainly an Ananich/Stanley race and what's really happening, I think, is the district should probably favor Ananich normally, but the fact is some of the other candidates may pull some votes away from Ananich, so it could be a very competitive race in particular because it's going to be a low turnout."
Friday, May 24 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:55:05 GMT
(05/24/13) - Memorial Day weekend has finally arrived, and that means weekend traffic delays are ahead. Taking a look from our Saginaw skycam, traffic seems to be moving pretty well so far on I-675.
Memorial Day weekend has finally arrived, and that means weekend traffic delays are ahead.
Saturday, May 25 2013 8:20 PM EDT2013-05-26 00:20:41 GMT
(05/25/2013) - Local chefs made Saturday a little bit hotter. They put each other to the test during a Chili Cook off at the Flint Farmer's Market.Eight local chefs served up their secret recipes and let
(05/25/2013) - Local chefs made Saturday a little bit hotter. They put each other to the test during a Chili Cook off at the Flint Farmer's Market.Eight local chefs served up their secret recipes and let
Saturday, May 25 2013 8:14 PM EDT2013-05-26 00:14:14 GMT
(05/25/2013) - The sunshine will be a welcomed sight at many of the Memorial Day events happening around mid-Michigan this weekend.On Saturday, the Flint community took time to remember some of our country's
(05/25/2013) - The sunshine will be a welcomed sight at many of the Memorial Day events happening around mid-Michigan this weekend.On Saturday, the Flint community took time to remember some of our country's
Saturday, May 25 2013 8:02 PM EDT2013-05-26 00:02:36 GMT
(05/25/13) - A Michigan State Police trooper was involved in a deadly shooting Saturday morning. It happened around 3:30 a.m. near the intersection of Ridgeway Ave. and Montrose St. in Mount Morris Township. An
A Michigan State Police trooper was involved in a deadly shooting Saturday morning.
Saturday, May 25 2013 10:52 AM EDT2013-05-25 14:52:11 GMT
(5/25/2013)- Michigan native Matthew Tuppen is the Director and Co-Founder of The Mako Project. The Mako Project explores the compassion of society as these young men travel across the country relaying
(5/25/2013)- Michigan native Matthew Tuppen is the Director and Co-Founder of The Mako Project. The Mako Project explores the compassion of society as these young men travel across the country relaying
Friday, May 24 2013 11:41 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:41:29 GMT
(5/24/2013) - Union officials say teachers in the Buena Vista School District are not being paid. This comes after the state released financial aid to help them afford payroll and get students back in
Union officials say teachers in the Buena Vista School District are not being paid. This comes after the state released financial aid to help them afford payroll and get students back in class after a financial crisis.
Friday, May 24 2013 6:34 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:34:45 GMT
(5/23/13) - A shooting in Saginaw sends 4 people to the hospital Thursday evening and police say at least one victim is female. It happened during some type of "pre-prom" meet up in the parking lot
Police are searching for whoever is responsible for the deadly shooting of a 17-year-old during a pre-prom celebration Thursday evening. Three others were injured.
