Republicans to hold caucus

PLYMOUTH – The Marshall County Republican Party will conduct three caucuses on Wednesday, November 18, to fill vacancies in local government positions.

Precinct committee members will gather at 6 p.m. at Republican headquarters, located at 117 Water Street in downtown Plymouth.

The three positions to be filled include the County Council at-large seat currently held by Jim Masterson, the County Surveyor’s position currently filled by Craig Cultice, and the Argos Town Council seat held by Erica Partin.

Marshall County Republican Chairperson Deb VanDeMark confirmed for GIANT fm WTCA that four individuals have filed their Declaration of Candidacy with the party for the County Council at-large seat. Those candidates are Josh Hickey of Bremen, Ray Trump of Argos, and Shanna Lunetta and Travis Schieber, and Don Nunemaker of Plymouth.

VanDeMark noted that she has heard from another individual who intends to file for the county council seat but has not yet submitted the required paperwork. She also confirmed that there are currently no candidate filings for the County Surveyor’s position or the Argos Town Council seat.

Candidates must file a Declaration of Candidacy within 72 hours of the November 18 caucus. Paperwork can be submitted to VanDeMark at P.O. Box 102, Plymouth. She can also be reached by phone at 574-274-8325 or by email at deb0831@outlook.com.