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District Three Fiscal Fight | Kansas City News
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- Jul 26, 2026
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Summary
Voters in Jackson County’s District Three are gearing up for a pivotal August 4 primary, where Tony Miller and Scott Qualls battle for the Republican nomination, and Dennis Rowland faces Phyllis Hernandez in the Democratic race — all vying to succeed outgoing Rep. Charlie Franklin. With stakes centered on property taxes, fiscal responsibility, and county spending, Miller and Qualls both champion tax reform but differ on tactics — Miller leans into charter changes and executive limits, while Qualls pushes for specific tax cuts and an outside audit. Democrats Rowland and Hernandez bring contrasting priorities: Rowland calls the current tax assessment system a “debacle,” while Hernandez focuses on housing, public safety, and health equity. Whoever wins will face off in November — and voters are clearly watching closely to see who can best manage the county’s finances and serve their communities. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/74c2df4a99574d17