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Crofton Today
By the People, for the People
Candidates Discuss Crofton's Needs at District 8 Forum
Incumbent John Bruce faces challenger Lucas Stagner in Republican primary for Christian County Magistrate seat
Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:30am
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The upcoming election for Christian County District 8 Magistrate will shape the future development and infrastructure priorities for the Crofton community.Crofton TodayThe candidates for the Christian County District 8 Magistrate position, incumbent John Bruce and challenger Lucas Stagner, discussed the needs of the Crofton community during a forum hosted by the League of Women Voters. Key topics included the need for an ambulance station in Crofton and plans for additional housing growth in the area.
Why it matters
The District 8 Magistrate position plays a crucial role in addressing the infrastructure and development needs of the Crofton community. The outcome of this Republican primary election could significantly impact the future of the area.
The details
Incumbent John Bruce, who was elected in 2022, is seeking a second term to continue working on projects like establishing an ambulance station in Crofton. Challenger Lucas Stagner, a firefighter and deputy rescue squad director, says the city is already planning for the ambulance station and that it is a needed resource for the community. The candidates also discussed the need for additional housing in the area, with Stagner noting that local farmers are maximizing their current land rather than seeking more, which could allow for housing stock growth. Bruce emphasized that consistent growth is the basis of his re-election platform.
- The League of Women Voters forum took place on April 10, 2026.
- The Republican primary election for the Christian County District 8 Magistrate position will be held in May 2026.
The players
John Bruce
The incumbent Christian County District 8 Magistrate, elected in 2022 and seeking re-election.
Lucas Stagner
A firefighter and deputy rescue squad director challenging Bruce for the Christian County District 8 Magistrate position in the Republican primary.
What they’re saying
“I want a second term to see several projects through, including an ambulance station in Crofton.”
— John Bruce, Incumbent Christian County District 8 Magistrate
“The city is planning for this and it is needed.”
— Lucas Stagner, Challenger for Christian County District 8 Magistrate
“Farmers are maximizing their current land, not looking for more, so housing stock can grow.”
— Lucas Stagner, Challenger for Christian County District 8 Magistrate
“Consistent growth is the basis of my re-election platform.”
— John Bruce, Incumbent Christian County District 8 Magistrate
What’s next
The League of Women Voters will host another round of forums on Monday night at the Hopkinsville City Council Chambers.
The takeaway
The race for the Christian County District 8 Magistrate position highlights the importance of local elected officials in addressing the specific infrastructure and development needs of their communities. Voters in Crofton will have a choice between the incumbent's experience and the challenger's fresh perspective in the upcoming Republican primary.
