Monticello — Jeffrey Darrell Dishman was sworn in as District Two Magistrate on

Friday, January 29.

Dishman was appointed by Governor Steve Beshear to complete the term of

his father, Darrell Dishman, who passed away on January 24 after a lengthy

illness.

Several members of the Dishman family attended the ceremony, which was

held in County Judge-Executive Greg Rankin's office. Jeffrey Dishman's

mother, Ruth, held the Bible, while he took the oath of office.

Dishman will serve as District Two Magistrate through the November

general election, when voters will decide who will serve in that capacity

for the next term.

Dishman, a democrat, is a candidate for the seat.

Following is a statement released by Dishman last week.

"I want to thank everyone for their support and prayers through the

illness and passing of my father, Darrell Dishman. I was given the honor of

fulfilling his duties and the remainder of his term as Magistrate of

District Two. I would like to express my gratitude for this opportunity to

serve all the people of the district as we work toward a better tomorrow for

Wayne County," stated Dishman.

"I would also like to thank the officials in Frankfort for giving me the

chance to carry out the work that meant so much to my father," he continued.

"I further wish to encourage all the citizens of District Two to call me

should you have concerns or needs. Once again, it is with honor and

diligence that I serve in this capacity. Thank you and may God bless each of

you."