Roessler will not seek re-election

According to a news report this afternoon by WBAY-TV, longtime Oshkosh state senator Carol Roessler (R) has announced she does not plan to seek re-election this fall. Roessler, who has been in office since 1982, said in a letter to her constituents and supporters that, while service has been her passion, she wants to focus more time on her husband and family. This news will undoubtedly mean more challengers will be entering the race. One, Oshkosh Common Councilor Jess King (D) already announced her intention several weeks ago to seek the 18th Senate District seat currently held by Roessler.