Recount Reaction: Erickson and Smith

Recount reaction: Erickson and Smith

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The recount results are in, and Christine Erickson's runoff election victory is upheld. The recount, which concluded Thursday, says Erickson received 18,281 votes. Her opponent, Jamie Smith, received four fewer votes. Smith had requested the recount after losing by only two votes to Erickson in the runoff election on June 23. [...]

The results are in: We have a new mayor

Simplified: After more than 18 hours of deliberation, the recount board has final results in the Sioux Falls mayoral race. Christine Erickson edged out Jamie Smith by four votes, though it's possible the results could still be disputed in court based on objections from Smith's attorneys throughout the recount process. Tell me moreErickson was present for much of the recount process, and appeared stoic and resolved when results were read. Her win…

BREAKING: Recount affirms Sioux Falls mayor-elect Christine Erickson's victory over Jamie Smith

Winner set to be sworn in July 17 barring court injunction in historic runoff; runner-up not conceding