By Jonathan Zweygardt
Hays Post
Ellis County Attorney candidate Chris Lyon announced this week he is withdrawing from the race.
In a statement to HaysPost, Lyon said he is withdrawing because of personal issues.
“Due to some health developments with our family in Kansas City, Emily and I will be spending a lot of time there in the future, providing whatever support we can,” said Lyon. “I cannot predict the duration of the obligation and Ellis County citizens deserve someone that can devote their full time and attention to the office.”
Lyon said he will continue to serve as the Trego County Attorney.
In his statement Lyon announced his support for Robert Anderson Jr. in the race for Ellis County Attorney. Anderson announced Wednesday he had filed for the 2020 election.
Lyon said he and Anderson attended the Washburn University School of Law together.
“He has practiced law in Ellis County for the last five years and is a respected member of the bar,” Lyon said. “Robert is a solid conservative choice for Ellis County Attorney.”
“He has my full support.”