Meet the candidates forum Monday

The public is invited to meet and chat with those on the ballot for the primary election on Monday, Aug. 1 at a public forum in the Thermopolis Middle School Commons, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Of those vying for the U.S. Representative position Liz Cheney and Tim Stubson have submitted letters, while Ryan Greene will appear in person.

Four on the ballot for State Senate District 20 — Mary Norskog, Bob Bayuk, Ron Harvey and Wyatt Agar — are scheduled to appear, as well as two for State Representative District 28 — Nathan Winters and Howard Samelson.

Five going for a single Hot Springs County County Commissioner seat — Joseph Casciato, Mike Chimenti, Joe Martinez, Phillip Scheel and Hub Whitt — will be present, as well as Dusty Lewis, who is on the ballot for Town of Thermopolis Councilperson.

There will be a two-minute introduction from all candidates, and time to visit and refreshments following.

Prior to the forum, from 5-6 p.m. the Hot Springs County Republican Party is hosting a casual meet and greet for republican candidates local and across the state, at Hot Springs County Museum. It’s a chance to visit with candidates in a less formal setting, and pick up items such as brochures and yard signs.

A similar event is not planned for Democratic candidates, as there are no contested primary positions on the ballot.