Commissioner hopefuls deliver details on platforms
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April 2, 2026

Commissioner hopefuls deliver details on platforms

By Michael Williamson 

Three people are vying for the position of Union County Commissioner this May.

The seat, currently held by Commissioner Dave Lawrence, will open up next year and residents Shaun Bailey, Letitia Rayl and PJ Reilly each hope to be the Republican candidate selected to appear on the ticket in November.

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Above is what remains of the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado that caught fire as a result of a three-vehicle crash on U.S. 33 Wednesday morning. The driver of the Chevrolet, Dejuan R. Meek, is suspected of being under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash, but was not issued charges since he was quickly transported to a Columbus-area hospital with significant injuries. Units with the Marysville Fire Department assisted police officers with putting out the fire. (Photo submitted)
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