September 27, 2007 -- Neil Granath retained his seat as Lovington City Commissioner, District 3 with 122 votes against the recall and 107 for the recall.

Commissioners canvassed the results Thursday afternoon, making it official.

"Thanks to all my supporters who came out to vote against the recall," an elated Granath said after the announcement at City Hall.

A recall election to remove Commissioner Troy Harris and Mayor Dixie Drummond is scheduled for Nov. 20, 2007.

Click here to read more on the recall at KOB.com.

Click here to read it at the Albuquerque Journal website. (same story but with quotes)