The three Republican candidates on the ballet for the Fishing River Township are Jennifer Houcek, Jonathan Jessop and Glenda Powell. Jessop did not respond to the questions.

BACKGROUND Houcek: 46, of Ray County, has an associate’s degree and is a photographer and videographer.

Powell: 72, of Ray County, has a high school education and four years at New Horizons. She is now retired but previously worked as a Ray County Clerk.

CANDIDATE QUESTIONS What qualifications do you bring to the table that makes you suitable to be a township committeeman?

Houcke: I have been involved in local and state politics for three years. I am a volunteer lobbyist for constitutional principles with Liberty Link Missouri. I am a leader of a youth group in Ray County and I believe most problems are solved at the community level.

Powell: I have 12 years’ experience as a Ray County Clerk and have knowledge of Missouri’s state statutes.

In your own words please describe what the township is and why it is important.

Houc…