The abrupt decision by State Rep. Mazzie Christensen to drop out of the House District 2 race reopened the filing for the race. On Tuesday, April 7th, Casey Scott filed as a Democrat. Her biography is below. After the Sheridan Express went to press, a Republican, Brandon Harvey, joined the race. His bio is below as well. On Thursday, another Republican, Phil Fox, filed for the seat. They are joined by Freddie Griffin (GOP) and Shelby Dreier (Libertarian), who had already filed.
Brandon Harvey, Phil Fox, and Freddie Griffin will face off in the GOP Primary in August. The winner will face Casey Scott (Democrat) and Shelby Dreier (Libertarian) in November.
The following two bios were provided by the candidates.
Casey Scott
Casey Scott of Trenton Missouri, officially announced her candidacy for State Representative in District 2, seeking the Democratic nomination in the November 2026 election.
Casey Scott is a rural healthcare professional, community leader, and problem-solver who has built her career around one simple belief: where you live should not determine whether you can get the care you need.
Born and raised in Northwest Missouri, Casey understands both the strengths and the challenges of rural communities because she has lived them. After earning her Associate of Arts degree from North Central Missouri College, she completed her Radiologic Technology education at Hillyard Technical Center and went on to earn advanced certifications in Computed Tomography & Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Additionally pursuing a role as an MRI Safety Officer and obtaining further education in MRI safety.
Casey began her career working in rural hospitals across Missouri, Iowa, and Kansas, often serving facilities with limited resources but significant need. In these settings, she saw gaps in the healthcare system up close, especially for patients requiring specialized imaging.
While working as a Lead MRI Technologist at Harrison County Community Hospital, Casey identified a critical issue: patients with complex implant conditions were frequently unable to receive MRI scans locally due to safety concerns and limited resources. For many, that meant traveling long distances, delaying care, or going without it altogether.
Rather than accepting those barriers, Casey took action. She pursued advanced MRI safety training and certification, equipping her hospital to safely scan patients who had previously been turned away. Her work expanded access for patients who would otherwise have faced significant hardship simply to receive necessary imaging.
In her current role with ScanLab & ImagingU, she continues this mission, sharing a commitment to advancing MRI and CT education and helping revolutionize healthcare.
Casey has also held multiple leadership roles within the Missouri Society of Radiologic Technologists, including Parliamentarian, Secretary, Exhibits Chair, and Vice President, helping support professionals across the state.
Her work extends beyond healthcare. Casey has organized local fundraising efforts, including events supporting animal shelters and other community needs, and remains actively involved in strengthening the place she calls home.
As a mother of two daughters, Casey is deeply invested in the future of Missouri’s communities. She spends her free time outdoors with her children, hiking local state parks and teaching them resilience, responsibility, and care for the land.
Casey Scott is running to bring that same practical, solutions-focused approach to public service, strengthening rural healthcare, supporting working families, and ensuring communities like hers are seen, heard, and supported.
Brandon Harvey
Brandon Harvey, a lifelong Missourian and community leader, has announced his candidacy for Missouri State Representative in District 2, a Northwest Missouri district rooted in agriculture, small business, and strong local values.
Harvey, who has deep family ties in Missouri dating back to the early 1800’s, currently serves as a loan officer at Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri and is active in both civic and political organizations across the region. With a background in working with families, farmers, and small businesses, Harvey says he is ready to bring practical, conservative leadership to Jefferson City.
“I’m running to give my family and our area the best way of life,” Harvey said. “Growing up in Missouri, I know the impact of our rural businesses and schools. We need leadership that continues to put people first, not politics, rein in the spending in Jefferson City, and protect our rural way of life.”
A committed conservative, Harvey has been involved in the Grundy County Republican Committee and local grassroots efforts, including work surrounding Amendment 3. He also serves as treasurer of the Trenton Lions Club, reflecting his ongoing investment in the local community.
“I’ve spent my career working alongside the people who make our communities run,” Harvey said. “We need leadership that will stand up to massive data center expansion, protect our rural way of life, and defend the values our communities are built on.”
As a candidate, Harvey has made clear his priorities include protecting life, defending Second Amendment rights, supporting Missouri farmers, strengthening rural infrastructure, and protecting family farms from outside pressures such as data center expansion that do not benefit local communities.
“This campaign is about the people of District 2,” he said. “I will work hard, listen closely, and represent our district with integrity. I’m here to work for you, not the Jefferson City bureaucracy.”
Harvey and his wife, Katie, have been married for 13 years and are raising their three children in north Missouri. Katie is a fifth grade teacher at Pleasant View R-6. The family attends St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Trenton. When not working or on the campaign trail, Harvey enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time outdoors, and supporting his children’s activities.
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