Ten Sleep Election: Two file for mayor, four for council

TEN SLEEP — Two people have filed for the office of mayor of Ten Sleep to replace outgoing Mayor Jack Haggerty.

The filing period for Ten Sleep’s May 5 election ended on Friday. Current council member Ernie Beckley, who is in the midst of a four-year term, has filed for mayor, along with David Lyman.

There are two four-year council seats up this year as well. Amy Truman has filed to retain her seat. Chuck Holmes is not seeking re-election to his seat.

Three other candidates have filed — Nichole Norman, Steve Criner and Bart Dewitt.

Clerk Lori Hughes said the election is scheduled for May 5 with the polling place at the Ten Sleep Senior Center.

Location may have to change if the Ten Sleep Senior Center remains closed due to COVID-19 (coronavirus). The governor and the state health officer issued an order closing public places and limiting gatherings to under 10 people. The orders are in effect until April 3 currently.