Candidates gather for meet-and-greet

HARRINGTON-Candidates for city council, mayor, school board and the fire district gathered in Memorial Hall here to briefly speak to voters before mingling for a meet-and-greet. 10 candidates appearing on this year's general election ballot spoke to the crowd of about 15.

Pastor Cade Clarke, who is running for re-election to the school board, was first to speak and said he wants to see student growth within the district, particularly within the STEM and SPED programs.

He also wants to see the district become more competitive with athletic opportunities before emphasizing his main concern lies...