The election for a vacant Fresno County supervisorial seat is less than six weeks away. And, the three candidates vying to represent north and central Fresno and parts of Clovis are getting ready. Fresno City Councilman Steve Brandau may have some built-in advantages. He has name recognition as an elected...
Johnson's 'Small' Donors? They Include Big Labor.
At Monday’s (Feb. 11) Board of Supervisors forum, candidate Nasreen Johnson criticized Steve Brandau for taking developer contributions. “My campaign comes from folks like you, writing small contributions. That’s how I’m running my campaign. I’m not tied to any developers, and I truly have the voice of the people and...
Face-Off for Fresno Supervisor: Brandau, Hosey, Johnson
The election for a vacant Fresno County supervisorial seat is less than six weeks away. And, the three candidates vying to represent north and central Fresno and parts of Clovis are getting ready. Fresno City Councilman Steve Brandau may have some built-in advantages. He has name recognition as an elected...
Garcia Both Loses and Keeps Supporters After Arrest Revealed
Incumbent Fresno County Auditor-Controller Oscar J. Garcia continues to lose campaign support after the revelation that he once pleaded no contest in a child molestation case. But Garcia says he’s thankful for those who are sticking with him. As first reported by The Fresno Bee, Garcia pleaded no contest in...
Who's on the Ballot in Fresno? Sheriff Mims & DA Smittcamp Go Unchallenged.
Either Fresno County voters are satisfied with their elected officials. Or those already in power are seen as unbeatable by potential candidates. Perhaps it's a combination of both of these factors. Regardless of the perceived reasons, it's a fact that high-profile county leaders such as Sheriff Margaret Mims, District Attorney Lisa Sondergaard...