Election 2026: Student Q&A with Sheriff candidates
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Students from Bigfork High School take the lead in this special bonus episode, asking direct questions to Flathead County sheriff candidates Brian Heino and Evie Cahalen ahead of the June 2 Republican primary.
Representing teen voices across the Flathead Valley, students raise concerns about impaired driving, mental health resources, emergency response times in rural communities, and trust between young people and law enforcement. This unique conversation highlights the issues that matter most to the next generation of voters — and how each candidate plans to respond.
Cahalen, a Marion resident, is challenging incumbent Sheriff Heino, who is seeking a third term. Voters will decide in the June 2 primary who advances to the November ballot.
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Sheriff candidate Evie Cahalen shares priorities ahead of June primary
Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino gears up for primary election in bid for third term
Heino faces Republican challenger in bid for third term as Flathead County sheriff
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