Tom Simmons files for County Attorney office

Wayne County Attorney Tom Simmons has filed for the special election for the office. Simmons, a republican, filed his candidacy on Friday, January 23.

Simmons was appointed in November by County Judge-Executive Bruce Ramsey to serve as Wayne County Attorney, after former County Attorney Vernon Miniard, Jr. was elected Circuit Judge. Simmons will serve until after the general election determines who will complete Miniard’s unexpired term.

He became the second candidate to file for the election. Lee Tobbe is a democratic candidate for the office.

Chamber of Commerce elects new officers

New officers have been elected for the Monticello-Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Don Bethel has been elected president for the board.

Emily Hesse is vice-president and Billy Hurd is treasurer. Annie Asbury will serve as secretary for the board.

The annual Chamber of Commerce membership drive is currently underway, and everyone is encouraged to become part of the Chamber of Commerce. For more information contact the Chamber office at (606) 348-3064.

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