LWV of Pullman and Whitman County to hold public forum for Pullman School Board candidates

A public forum for candidates of the Pullman School Board is scheduled for Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p. m. at the Neill Public Library. District 4 candidates include Deena Bayoumi, Ben Emerson, and Hannah Martian, while District 5 candidates consist of Amanda Tanner, Teena Edwards, Stephanie Horn, and Brandon Kruger. The forum will feature introductions, candidate statements, and a Q&A session, with questions posed by League of Women Voters members.

Community members can submit questions via email until Monday, fostering engagement in the electoral process. This event aims to inform voters ahead of the upcoming election, emphasizing the importance of local governance. School boards play a critical role in shaping educational policies and community values. Candidate forums are essential for transparency and accountability in local elections. Engaging with candidates allows voters to make informed decisions that impact their community's educational landscape.