Here comes the (new) judge

Three Republican candidates are vying for the Kendall County judge position being left vacant by Darrel Lux after eight years in the role.

The four-year seat was first filled by Lux in 2013 by appointment after the death of Gaylan Schroeder, and he has been successful in two elections since his appointment.

Precinct 3 Commissioner Richard Elkins is the only sitting commissioner risking his commissioner seat to take the at-large position, but he is facing off with attorney and local landowner Shane Stolarcyzk and longtime Kendall County legacy resident Chris Taylor.