Three candidates vie for two CF school board seats

Chris Vetter, The Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wis.
Updated ·9 min read

Mar. 11—CHIPPEWA FALLS — Two incumbents and a challenger will face off for two school board seats in the Chippewa Falls Area School District on April 2.

Both Steven Olson and Sharon McIlquham were elected to the board in 2015 and re-elected in 2021. Joining them on the ballot is Karen Boutiette.

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