As two Republican and two Democratic candidates for Buchanan County sheriff compete for votes, they also make a dash for cash.

The campaign disclosure reports were due Tuesday. Democrat incumbent Mike Strong came out ahead this quarter.

Mr. Strong raised $11,615, with $4,386 left on hand. Of note are some of Mr. Strong’s contributors, including current employees of Buchanan County and the city of St. Joseph. Mr. Strong’s balance also includes a $2,000 loan from himself and $9,615 in monetary contributions.

The second Democratic candidate, Ron Fisher, trailed Mr. Strong with $5,489 in receipts and $2,435 on hand.

Mr. Fisher’s report also included a self-loan in the amount of $2,000.

Republican candidate Galen Higdon had $6,950 in receipts, with $2,424 on hand.

Mr. Higdon’s report did not include any loans, but showed more than $5,800 in monetary contributions. Of note is one of Mr. Higdon’s contributors, Kay Gill, wife of former Buchanan County Sheriff Mickey Gill, who gave $100 to the campaign.

Brian Carter trailed Mr. Higdon with $4,495 in receipts and $2,311 left on hand. Mr. Carter’s report included a $800 loan from himself and more than $3,695 in monetary contributions.

The primary election for Buchanan County sheriff is scheduled for Aug. 5.

Megan Tilk can be reached at

megantilk@npgco.com.