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School board: Newcomers capture 2 of 5 seats

Tucker McClendon talks about why he is running for District 8 Hamilton County school board during a debate at East Ridge Elementary School Monday, May 8, 2018 in East Ridge, Tenn. McClendon grew up in the Hamilton County School System and hopes to improve what students gain from their experiences in public schools to better prepare them for the next stage of life. Tucker McClendon talks about why he is running for District 8 Hamilton County school board during a debate at East Ridge Elementary School Monday, May 8, 2018 in East Ridge, Tenn. McClendon grew up in the Hamilton County School System and hopes to improve what students gain from their experiences in public schools to better prepare them for the next stage of life.

By Meghan Mangrum August 2, 2018 5 min read

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The Hamilton County Board of Education will get two new members next month after a political newcomer claimed the only open seat up for election Thursday night and a two-term incumbent lost.

Jenny Hill beat opponent Michael Henry for the District 6 seat held by board member Joe Galloway, who decided not to seek reelection.

And with a margin of 132 votes, newcomer Tucker McClendon beat David Testerman for the District 8 seat.

School board members serve for four years.

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