by Valerie Verkamp
Landmark reporter
The filing deadline for candidates to enter the race for the April elections on local city and school boards has expired.
Several races are taking shape, which could make for an eventful spring in local politics.
The election will be held Tuesday, April 3.
In Platte City, Dave Brooks will be competing with incumbent Frank Offutt for mayor.
In Ward 1 Bradley Fryrear, who was recently appointed to his seat by Mayor Frank Offutt to serve the remainder of Charles Cook's term, has filed. The positions currently held by Tony Paolillo of Ward 2 and Debbie Kirkpatrick of Ward 3 are also up for election. Paolillo and Kirkpatrick have filed for re-election.
Incumbent Judge Greg Dorsey, who currently serves as municipal judge, will face a challenger--newcomer Anthony Gillette. For more on story.
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