Filing opens Aug. 2 for people interested in running for Willmar School Board this year. Three seats are up for election. They are currently held by Mary Amon, Randy Frederickson and Jay Lawton. Candidates may file for office through 4 p.m. Aug. 16. Filing fee is $2.
Willmar Superintendent Jeff Holm has announced his plans to retire in two years. While it sounds like a long time, hiring a new superintendent can take months. The School Board discussed its next moves at a meeting Thursday, and will likely hire an assistant superintendent who might be able to move into Holm's job in two years.