Primary time!

Don't forget to vote in the primary election Tuesday, September 12. And if you happen to live in Hopkins precinct #2, say hi - I'll be serving as an election judge.

For a preview of the races, you can follow this link to obtain a sample of the ballot that will be at your location (in Hennepin County).

Also, for your handy reference, following are the GOP-endorsed candidates facing primaries:

Tim Pawlenty - Governor

Jeff Johnson - Attorney General

Mark Kennedy - US Senate

Gil Gutknecht - 1st Congressional District

Obi Sium - 4th Congressional District

Rich Stanek - Hennepin Co Sheriff

Tim Tingelstad - 9th Judicial District

Paul Koering - SD12

Steve Wilson - SD28

Dave Carlson - SD44

John Berns - HD33B

Mark Buesgens - HD35B

Neil Peterson - HD41B