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MO — Five candidates for Hickman Mills school board fight for three seats

Local voters get to decide which direction the district takes on taxes, spending and accreditation—yes, actual school governance, not culture-war theater. Incumbents face two challengers; one didn't finish the questionnaire on time.

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Voter guide: Five Hickman Mills school board candidates are on the April 7 ballot

Three incumbents and two challengers are competing for three spots on the board in 2026.

Beacon: Kansas City
Mar 17 at 11:26amconnection
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Why it matters:
School board decisions shape day-to-day learning and district finances for about 5,000 students across Kansas City and nearby suburbs. Picking trustees who prioritize students and fiscal responsibility matters more than hype.

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Key figures:
Byron Townsend, incumbent board member, running for re-election
April Cushing, incumbent board member, running for re-election
Irene Kendrick, incumbent board member, running for re-election
Evelyn Hildebrand, challenger, filed press release but didn’t complete questionnaire by publication
Matthew E. Williams, challenger, completed questionnaire