
If you are not currently registered as a Democrat or Republican in Luna County and would like to vote in the June primary, you must register by close-of-business on Tuesday, May 6th.
New Mexico has a closed primary, meaning only registered Democrats can vote in the Democratic primary, and only registered Republicans can vote in the Republican primary.
Remember, if you are new to Luna County, or have changed your name, address or political affiliation, you must re-register.
Running for Luna County Sheriff are Democrats Paul Borde, Fred De La O, Mike Eby, Kelly Gannaway, Mark Jasso and John Mooradian… and Republicans Harold May, Robert Santana and Michael Waldrop. Republican Allen Batts removed his name from the candidacy list due to conflicts with the Hatch Act, a federal law prohibiting federal employees from engaging in partisan political activity.
For County Commission District 2, incumbent Republican Jay Spivey is being challenged in the primary by Republican Linda Smrkovsky. Also, Democrat Debra French is running for the seat.
County Commission District 1 incumbent Democrat Joe “Oleo” Milo will have a general election opponent: Republican Edward Khanbabian.
Republican Leeanna Rossi is challenging incumbent Magistrate Judge Democrat Ray Baese in the general election.
And State Representative District 32 incumbent Dona Irwin will be challenged in the general election by Republican Tom Bill Black.
Also, incumbent County Assessor Democrat Delilah Orquiz Rojo and incumbent Probate Judge Republican Delia Perez are running unopposed for second terms.