Updated: Herbst hurricane sweeps GOP to power

A dedicated staff, strong fund-raising and good old-fashioned hard work were the keys to a dominating Republican victory Tuesday, according to the man who led it.

Tim Herbst, the newly elected first selectman, told a packed room of jubilant supporters that it took the efforts of an entire team to deliver the win over four-term incumbent Ray Baldwin. He also took time to thank the voters for entrusting virtually every town board and commission to the GOP.

“Tonight, I say to all of you, thank you for believing in what this team stands for,” Herbst said. “We understand