CONWAY — Mike Cryans believes the “fourth time will be the charm” in his bid to become the executive councilor for District 1. The Hanover Democrat thinks the “blue wave” of his party could propel him to victory on Tuesday in the general election.
“You saw that in the primary, there was all this excitement,” he said. “I’m hoping it plays through on Tuesday. Who knows what can happen, but I’m optimistic. You know, the last time in a non-presidential year, it was a pretty close race. I’m fairly confident that I can do it. I’ll do all I can between now and election day.”
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