Oklahoma County Officials Draw Foes

By Bryan Dean/The Oklahoman ~ Three of four Oklahoma County incumbents already face challenges for their offices as candidate filing continues today.

County Clerk Carolynn Caudill faces a familiar opponent in the Republican primary. Former District 3 Commissioner Stan Inman, who often clashed with Caudill before he lost a re-election bid two years ago, will try to unseat Caudill.

Embattled District 2 Commissioner Brent Rinehart, who is scheduled to go to trial in September on multiple felony charges stemming from his 2004 campaign, already faces four opponents.

Democrats Jim Dickinson of Harrah and Bob Boyster of Oklahoma City have filed for the seat along with Oklahoma City Republicans J.D. Johnston and Brian Maughan.

Sheriff John Whetsel also drew an opponent this morning. Republican Jim Heitmeyer of Del City will run against Whetsel, who is seeking his fourth term.

The filing period continues until 5 p.m. Wednesday.

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