Election contests develop in NB

Contests for mayor and Ward 1 alderman have developed so far in the April 3 New Bloomfield city election.

New Bloomfield Mayor Terry Shaw has filed for re-election to a two-year term.

Shaw will be opposed by Michael Lowe Sr., of New Bloomfield.

Another race has developed for Ward 1 alderman.

Incumbent Alderman Paul Hilchen has filed for re-election. Also filing for the same seat is Bryan Manes of New Bloomfield.

The contest for Ward 1 alderman is for a two-year term.

To help the tornado-stricken people of Dumas and surroundings, donations can be made to the Delta Area Disaster Relief Fund, care of the Delta Area Community Foundation, P.O. Box 894, Dumas, AR, 71639, or through the Arkansas Community Foundation, 700 S. Rock St., Little Rock, AR, 72202.