Republican Congressman Aaron Bean last year the first Republican to represent Jacksonville’s minority voters in three decades. But how his district was created, according to a state judge, was unconstitutional.
Taking a closer look at Tuesday's election results – which saw more voters show up - than in the March election. And, it wasn’t just how many turned out – but who those voters were.
Usually, there is fierce competition between local news media like television, radio and newspapers. So it’s admirable to see the local media join forces in Jacksonville to better serve the public good when it comes to voting.
In less than a month, Jacksonville residents will elect a new mayor in a runoff election and the latest polls show the race is neck and neck between Republican Daniel Davis and Democrat Donna Deegan.