School Board still searching for a new member

The Petersburg School Board is still seeking a new member after the deadline to turn in letters of interest passed without anyone turning one in.

Mara Lutomski announced at Tuesday evening’s meeting she’d like to submit a letter if the board decides to continue its search.

“Yay,” was Vice President Sarah Holmgrain’s response.

Former board president Jean Ellis’ resignation was effective on March 18 and the board set a deadline of 5 p.m. on April 9 for letters of interest. It was set to discuss whether or not to continue seeking that new member, who would face election in October, or move on wit...