Lance Royer Wins Democratic Nomination | Topeka News

Lance Royer has won the Democratic nomination for Shawnee County Commission District 1, defeating Cooper Melvin with 63% of the vote in a fiercely contested primary. Now set to face Republican Jack Calcutt in the November 3 general election, Royer is poised to fill the seat currently held by retiring Bill Riphahn — starting January. Royer expressed gratitude and excitement for the voters’ trust, pledging to work hard to earn the role. Melvin, though narrowly defeated, praised civic engagement and shared the experience with his child. Final results await certification after all ballots are counted, but Royer’s path to becoming Shawnee County’s next commissioner is now clear. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9005a19728a3bbd4