Oct. 3, 2026
GAYS MILLS, Wis. – The Vernon-Crawford Chapter of Wisconsin Farmers Union will host a Candidate Townhall and Harvest Dinner at the Gays Mills Community Commerce Center, located at 16381 WI-131, Gays Mills, on Friday, October 9, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Farmers Union representatives say the nonpartisan educational event will provide community members an opportunity to hear directly from candidates.
Here is a list of candidates who were invited and those that confirmed they will attend:
Wisconsin 3rd Congressional District (U.S. House)
- Derrick Van Orden (Republican, incumbent)
- Rebecca Cooke (Democratic) CONFIRMED
- Alexander Valiensi Kent (Independent) CONFIRMED
- Rustin Provance (Independent)
Wisconsin Senate District 17
- Howard Marklein (Republican, incumbent)
- Jenna Jacobson (Democratic) CONFIRMED
Wisconsin Assembly District 49
- Travis Tranel (Republican, incumbent)
- John Rindy (Democratic) CONFIRMED
Wisconsin Assembly District 96
- Tara Johnson (Democratic, incumbent) CONFIRMED
- Jim Green (Republican)
Doors will open at 4:45 p.m., with the evening beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a locally sourced Harvest Dinner catered by Maybe Lately’s Restaurant.
Dinner tickets are $10 for Wisconsin Farmers Union members and $40 for non-members. Attendees are encouraged to register in advance, though tickets may also be purchased at the door while space remains available.
Following dinner, candidates will participate in a Town hall discussion from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., sharing their perspectives on agricultural and rural policy issues. Questions will be provided by the Vernon-Crawford Farmers Union as well as audience members who submit questions during the event.
As a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) educational forum, all candidates have been invited to participate. Discussion will remain focused on issues affecting farmers, rural residents, and the local community.
Event Details
What: Candidate Townhall on Agriculture & Rural Issues
When: Friday, October 9, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Gays Mills Community Commerce Center, 16381 WI-131, Gays Mills, WI 54631
Registration: REGISTER HERE
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