Pacific County Campaign Fundraising Continues

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 7:54 AM

With ballots going out next week, campaign fundraising is picking up in Pacific County's local races.

With ballots going out next week, campaign fundraising is picking up in Pacific County's local races. Campaign finance reports show sheriff's candidate Rich Byrd leading the field with more than $16,000 raised, while incumbent Sheriff Daniel Garcia has brought in nearly $11,000. The race for county prosecutor has also attracted thousands of dollars in campaign donations, but the other two sheriff candidates have reported no fundraising. Ballots for the August 4 primary will be mailed to voters next week.

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