Wheeler, Van Berkum Take School Board Spots

David Wheeler won big in his first ever run at an elected office Tuesday, taking nearly 91 percent of the vote in the Huron School Board Election. Wheeler says he can’t believe the backing he had, to the tune of 1529 votes…

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1686 votes were cast by registered School District voters. The newest addition to the school board is ready to begin his new duties…

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Retaining his spot on the board with 791 votes was Tim Van Berkum who is looking forward to moving forward…

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Business Manager Kelly Christopherson was impressed with the flow of the voting at a new location…

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Voting was held this year in the Huron Event Center due to a conflict with the Shrine Circus being held in the Huron Arena.. Incumbent Steve Fryburger got 484 votes and challenger Brian Hines 294.