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La Porte Today
By the People, for the People
Two Republicans Vie for La Porte County Commissioner Seat
Incumbent Connie Gramarossa faces challenger Jody Slabaugh in GOP primary
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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A La Porte County Commissioner is facing a challenger for the Republican Party's nomination for her seat on the three-member governing body. Incumbent Connie Gramarossa will face Jody Slabaugh in the May primary for the District 1 seat. On the Democratic side, former Michigan City mayor Ron Meer and ex-La Porte County Democratic Party chairman Angie Henzman are competing for their party's nomination.
Why it matters
The race for the La Porte County Commissioner seat is an important local election that will determine the political leadership and policy direction for the county. The outcome could impact issues like economic development, infrastructure, and social services.
The details
Gramarossa is seeking her second term as the District 1 County Commissioner, while Slabaugh is challenging her for the Republican nomination. On the Democratic side, Meer is a former two-term mayor of Michigan City, while Henzman previously served as the La Porte County Democratic Party chairman.
- The deadline for candidates to file to run in the May primary was Friday, February 6, 2026.
The players
Connie Gramarossa
The incumbent La Porte County Commissioner seeking her second term for the District 1 seat.
Jody Slabaugh
The challenger for the Republican nomination for the La Porte County Commissioner District 1 seat.
Ron Meer
The former two-term mayor of Michigan City, running for the Democratic nomination for the La Porte County Commissioner seat.
Angie Henzman
The former La Porte County Democratic Party chairman, running for the Democratic nomination for the La Porte County Commissioner seat.
The takeaway
The race for the La Porte County Commissioner seat will be a closely watched local election, with both parties fielding experienced candidates. The outcome could have significant implications for the county's future direction on key issues.
