A Crawford County Republican is officially running for State Representative of District 18. Steve Holt, of Denison, submitted his nomination petitions and Affidavit of Candidacy today (Wednesday) to Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz. District 18 includes portions of Crawford, Harrison and all of Shelby County.

Holt lives in Denison with his wife and five children. He is a retired Marine and small business owner. Holt said, “I am truly honored to seek this office and represent the voters of District 18.” Holt’s objectives include reducing the size and intrusion of government, strengthen Second Amendment rights and encourage risk taking and greater economic opportunity through education and tax reform.

(Joel McCall/KNOD)