Judge Honzel Capron Meet & Greet a success

By Anne Eickstadt

ANNE EICKSTADT PHOTO Belvidere Republican
Miss Winnebago County, Alexi Bladel, joined Judge Honzel at the Capron Meet & Greet event.

Editor

Judge Donna Honzel is running for the 17^th Circuit Court Judge position. This Circuit Court position covers Boone and Winnebago Counties. On Thursday, Aug. 30, Gayle and Jason Kruckenberg hosted a Meet and Greet for her at the Capron Lions Club Community Building from 6 to 8 p.m.

“When it was suggested to me that I run for Circuit Court Judge, I had to really think about it,” Judge Honzel said. “I am successful where I am. But, I decided I could make a bigger difference as a judge. It’s just too important not to. If you don’t get the right people in the position, you can’t be sure that justice is fully served.

“Judge Collins is retiring and I am running to fill his position. My opponent has chosen to be a politician. He has never tried a case. How can someone who has never tried a case be in charge? He would have a very steep learning curve.

“My judicial poll is very high because they know my experience. I am proud of the fact that my first campaign contribution came from a firm I have opposed often. One of their attorneys is on my campaign committee. They know I am honest and a straight shooter.”

For complete article, pick up the Sept. 6 Belvidere Republican.