Justice of the Peace Precinct 5 Race Is On

Nick Chu announces candidacy

"...word that he's running to replace Herb Evans as Precinct 5 Justice of the Peace. Evans retires this May..."

Jan. 13, 2017 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Precinct 2 Constables

Why on earth would anyone want to run for constable? You'd be surprised.

"...that the Democratic primary race for Travis County Constable Precinct 2 has become a nasty fight between Adan Ballesteros..."

Feb. 22, 2008 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Travis County Constable, Precinct 2: Mud & Experience

Incumbent files defamation suit against opponent in this particularly bloody battle

"...but the three-way Democratic primary fight for Travis County Precinct 2 Constable may have hit a new low with..."

May 11, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Nick Chu Named Pct. 5 JP

Assistant D.A. replaces retiring Judge Herb Evans

"...Office, to replace retiring Judge Herb Evans as Interim Precinct 5 Justice of the Peace. Evans announced his retirement..."

April 21, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Place 3 by Precinct

A winning strategy loses, and which precincts saw the biggest increases in votes?

"...at what we call the "power boxes" – those precincts that produce the most votes. Usually, a strong run..."

June 24, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Dems Hunting Daugherty in Precinct 3

Dems Hunting Daugherty in Precinct 3, Voting Rolls Mystery Part 2: The County's Side, and Voter ID Bill Redux

"...Nov. 5, 2002, was a heady day for Travis County Republicans...."

Feb. 1, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Precinct 3 Race Likely a Rematch

The Precinct 3 primary looks to be a preview of a fall rematch

"...contests. Here in Travis County, the race for the Precinct 3 seat on Commissioners Court gathered its own historical..."

Feb. 10, 2012 News Feature by Mike Kanin

Precinct 3 Upset

Dems may have Libertarian to thank for victory

"...unseated Republican Gerald Daugherty as Travis County commissioner for Precinct 3 in a three-way race; it's likely Daugherty could..."

Nov. 7, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Precinct 3 Travis Co. Commissioner: Huber Wins Southwest Austin

Huber gets a little help from Obama

"...to a narrow and shocking victory over the incumbent, 48.5% to 46.4%. The Power Boxes..."

Nov. 14, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

The World Is Your Precinct

Election day minus the hassle

"...election day, you have to vote in your neighborhood precinct – a hassle if you're trying, say, to squeeze..."

June 10, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Precinct 4 Race Saw an 'Erosion of Power'

Gómez won the election but lost her progressive base

"...Commissioner Margaret Gómez slowly watched the disintegration of her 15-year stronghold of key voting boxes in South Central Austin..."

March 12, 2010 News Feature by Amy Smith

Sheriff's Unions Back Eckhardt for Precinct 2 Commissioner

Both unions are at odds with current Commissioner Sonleitner

"...On Dec. 5, the two unions representing 1,300-plus employees of the Travis..."

Dec. 9, 2005 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Councilmember, Place 5: All the Returns

"...Precinct regions: [ Central | East | North | South..."

May 9, 1997 News Feature

Early Voting: Monday, Feb. 23, through Friday, March 5

Democratic and Republican Joint Primary – March 9, 2004

"...not both. If you do not know your election precinct, call Voter Registration: 854-9473...."

Feb. 27, 2004 News Feature

Early Voting: Monday, Feb. 23, through Friday, March 5

Democratic and Republican Joint Primary - March 9, 2004

"...not both. If you do not know your election precinct, call Voter Registration: 854-9473...."

Feb. 20, 2004 News Feature

TDH: 5/18/11

Shade soldiering on to run-off

"...Sure, Randi Shade said she was up for a..."

May 18, 2011 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Final Results for Travis County's March 3 Democratic Primary Election

Numbers ONLY include Travis County voters

"...Candidates must get 50% of the votes in their race to avoid a..."

March 4, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Dem Results: Few Surprises

Several Democratic incumbents easily secured victory Tuesday night

"...followed in Travis County and elsewhere: U.S. Rep., District 35: Lloyd Doggett..."

June 1, 2012 News Feature

The People's Court

Justice of the Peace Races Not So Peaceful

"...will be the least peaceful. The Democratic battle for Precinct 5 - between criminal defense attorney Herb Evans and..."

Feb. 20, 1998 News Feature by Lee Simmons

The Constable Races: Part 2

The relatively tame contests at play in precincts 1,3, and 4

"...constable seats are being contested on the Democratic side (Precinct 5 Constable Bruce Elfant is the only incumbent without..."

Feb. 29, 2008 News Feature by Amy Smith

What's a Constable to Do?

Candidates clash over job descriptions in Precinct 3 and 5 contests

"...to their mission by expanding into other community-related ventures
50; like school mentoring programs. This has led to disagreement..."

Oct. 15, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Commissioners Court: Incumbents Stay Put

Some precinct returns reflect red discontent in blue county

"...the political unknown rode the Republican wave in several precincts in Southwest Austin – where voters ousted Democratic state..."

Nov. 5, 2010 News Feature by Amy Smith

Oh, To Be a Constable

10 candidates compete for four open constable seats

"...It's a thankless business to be in, though a mid-$50s salary range isn't too shabby for an elected official..."

March 10, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

Postmarks

Helping Herb

"...Lee Simmons, to determine the Chronicle's endorsement for the Precinct 5 J.P. race. If that reviewer thinks J.P.#5 race..."

March 6, 1998 Column

Travis County Early Voting Results for the March 3 Democratic Primary Election

Numbers DO NOT include election day or non-Travis Co. votes

"...Candidates must get 50% of the votes in their race to avoid a..."

March 3, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Election Coverage 1998

"...through Friday, Oct. 30.The registration deadline is Monday, Oct. 5...."

Oct. 9, 1998 News Feature

Constable Says Politics Drove Recall of Warrants

Pre-election antics get off to a roaring start

"...you have an outstanding speeding ticket in Travis County's Precinct 2, break out the checkbook fast. Justice of the..."

Aug. 19, 2011 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Election Results

State and local tallies

"...Statewide turnout: 5.22% in governor's race, less in others STATEWIDE, AND CENTRAL..."

March 5, 2010 News Feature

One More Time for Lugo, Canchola

Constable candidates expect a close contest in the April 13 run-off

"...preparation for the April 13 run-off, incumbent Travis Co. Precinct 4 Constable Maria Canchola has been doing exactly what..."

April 2, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Nov. 4 Election Results

"...State/National Races Travis CountyTotal   PRESIDENT Barack Obama (D)253,278 (64.1%)62,868,071 (52.0%) John McCain (R)136,671 (34.6%)55,666,711 (46.0%) Bob Barr..."

Nov. 7, 2008 News Feature

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