Harry Denton is a Republican candidate for Polk County commissioner in this year&squo;s election.

Denton is a lifelong resident of Polk County. He formerly served three years on the Columbus Town Council, 10 years on the Polk County Planning Board, eight years on the Polk County Recreation Board, and holds membership on the board of social services and the health department.

Denton brings a lifetime of experience working with local government and with the people of Polk County. His conservative agenda and family values make him a perfect choice for this third term.

&dquo;I&squo;m not afraid of doing the right thing,&dquo; Denton says. &dquo;Polk County citizens deserve a good steward of their monty and assets. I&squo;ve worked equally with Democrats and Republicans to serve the interests of Polk County citizens, and am proud of our accomplishments, including working to update our county facilities including a new transfer station, Polk County Middle School, the new recreation park, Laughter Pond in Mill Spring, new library, health department renovations/expansion, updated Emergency Services ambulances, and basement renovations at the Polk County Jail.&dquo;

Denton is a veteran of the armed services having served during the Berlin Conflict and Cuban Crisis. He has a keen interest in youth recreation, and coached T