Amarillo attorney Michelle Eggleston has filed paperwork appointing a campaign treasurer, confirming rumors she is planning to run for Potter County Judge.
As we had previously reported, she had been rumored to have the backing of incumbent Potter County Judge Nancy Tanner, as well as former Amarillo Mayor Ginger Nelson. While we cannot yet confirm she has the backing of these two, Tanner has since confirmed she is not seeking another term.
“There is a time to lead and a time to hand over the reins,” wrote Judge Tanner in a Facebook post. “I know in my heart that now is the time for me to step aside and make way for a fresh leader—someone ready to bring new energy, new ideas, and new solutions to the big challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for our county.”…