Name Recognition: Primary ballots got longer in August as more candidates entered statewide races. On the Democratic side, Michael Thurmond announced his run for governor. His extensive resume includes serving as CEO of DeKalb County for two terms and as state labor commissioner for three terms; he ran for U.S. Senate in 2010 and lost to incumbent Republican Johnny Isakson....| Georgia Trend Magazine
State Rep. Erika Uyterhoeven fought off a strong challenger Tuesday in a Democratic primary to all but seal up a return to Beacon Hill for a third term, according to unofficial results from the Somerville Election Commission.| Cambridge Day