Political newcomers focus on rural issues
Economic progress, health care cited as key in state House District 59 race.
KINGFISHER — Two first-time political candidates are vying for the House District 59 seat, and they said helping the rural areas of their district is a major reason they are running.
Donald Russell of Hennessey said he'd like to see legislators take action to help financially struggling rural ambulances and to provide accessible health care for rural areas.
Mike Sanders of Kingfisher said improving roads...
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