A 19th century French journalist penned a still current proverb, “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” He could very well have been describing the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office.

As a father, husband, rancher, and conservative rural legislator I know the number one educational issue facing the residents of Arizona’s outlying counties is access to and availability of quality educational options. For those of us in rural Arizona, while multiple choices would be wonderful, our number one priority is access to any sort of option at all. That’s why I support Governor Ducey’s proposal to invest in expanding full day kindergarten for Arizona’s neediest families.

Our Pinal County Board of Supervisors meetings routinely begin with the pledge of allegiance and an invocation. The pledge reminding us of dedication to “liberty and justice for all.” A faith leader invariably invokes a spiritual power to buttress frail human efforts of governing for the common good.

When I started working in the Pinal County Treasurer’s office 25 years ago, I had no idea it would be the beginning of this amazing journey. It’s hard to believe it is time for me to hand over the reins and open a new chapter in my life which will mostly focus on time with my husband, family, friends, church and community. I can’t leave without expressing my appreciation to everyone who had confidence and supported me over the last 12 years while serving as your County Treasurer. I had the opportunity to meet so many people (too many to name) and had the privilege to work with amazing people who made a positive impact to Pinal County in one way or another. I want to acknowledge a few of those who made a significant impact on my career.

On Wednesday, November 16th, I asked for help. I was going out of my mind, all my smoke alarms were going off, no fire, no smoke. I called and they came right away. They thought they had fixed the problem, so did I.

In my opinion, Stacy Gramazio is the needed voice that has been missing on the FUSD Governing Board. The Governing Board has been made up of unquestionably bright and well intended citizens, citizens devoted to their community and with proven passion for achieving educational excellence. Some also bring substantial business acumen. These are great folks. So what is the problem, what needs to be done and how?

We just recently celebrated the 27th year of Queen Creeks existence with the Founder’s day celebration.

The Founders.... I wonder what the founders think of what out town has become. From being founded to preserve the rural lifestyle instead of being gobbled up by the surrounding towns. To preserve. To protect. To keep. To have a certain way of life kept away from the clenches of urban sprawl.

I am proud to have served you as the Pinal County Attorney from May 2007 to December 2012. This election year we will elect a new sheriff for our county. I had the pleasure and privilege of working with Kaye Dickson both in her time at the Pinal County Sheriff’s Department and when she served as the director of the County’s Animal Care and Control Center.

“You are an idiot.”

Early voting has begun and election day is not yet here, but recriminations about the vetting process are already heatedly underway for the flawed Republican candidacies for President and for Congress in Arizona’s congressional district 1.

I am writing today to caution voters in choosing the next Assessor. We expect to see candidates put up signs, send out printed material (a resume of sorts) and give speeches on why they deserve to be elected.

Mark Lamb is the Republican candidate for Sheriff in Pinal County.

My name is Alex Tarsha. I am a Disabled Veteran and prior Staff Sergeant of six years in the United States Air Force.

This letter is in support of Kaye Dickson for Sheriff. I grew up in Casa Grande and as a teenager I, as well as others, had the perception that many of the law enforcement officers were above the law.

The Letter to the Editor trying to minimize Assessor Doug Wolf is a week attempt by Treasurer Doolittle to boost fellow Democrat Candidate Minto.

I would like to let the citizens of Pinal County know that the race for Sheriff should no longer be political, I think the only reason it is political is because it’s an elected position. I believe it should be about the person at this point.

I first met Kaye Dickson when she started her tenure as Director of Pinal County Animal Care and Control. We met to talk about animal welfare, in general, and the specific status of pets in the community.

The general election is upon us and politicians are running for their office of choice. One of these races creating a lot of interest is for the office of Pinal County sheriff.

As a working Deputy, I can assure you that your Pinal County Sheriff’s Office does the best job we can with the equipment and training we have. I know we can do better an must improve in order to meet the challenges and threats ahead.

My name is Joe Glass and I have known Kaye Dickson for over 25 years. I had the privilege of working with Mrs. Dickson at Pinal County Sheriff Office. I believe she is the right person to elect as our next Sheriff of Pinal County.