An Evansville City Councilman has announced a run for Vanderburgh County Commissioner.
Councilor Justin Elpers announced his candidacy for the county’s District 2 seat this week.
The conservative Republican is seeking the seat that will be vacated by Democrat Jeff Hatfield next year.
Elpers was elected to a second term on the city council in 2019.
He has made headlines with controversial measures against COVID mask requirements and abortion.
