Calling for an end to the status quo in Washington, an Amarillo businesswoman officially kicked off her bid Tuesday to unseat U.S. Rep. Mac Thornberry. Elaine Hays, 55, made the announcement Tuesday that she’s seeking the Republican nomination for Thornberry’s seat before a group of about 100 enthusiastic supporters — including District 15 State Board of Education Representative Marty Rowley — at the Ambassador Hotel. “It’s time to remind Washington that they work for us,” she told the cheering crowd. The mother of four, author and certified financial planner said trust in the nation’s government has plummeted amid continued Washington...
