FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Wells County Republican Party announced that it will hold a caucus to fill the vacancy left by the recently retired Jefferson Township Trustee Larry Heckber.

On Aug. 1, Heckber announced his retirement, saying he will continue to serve Ossian as a member of the Ossian Revitalization Committee.

Party officials say the caucus will be held on Thursday, Aug. 21, at 7 p.m. at the Wells County Republican Headquarters on S Johnson Street.

Those interested in filing for candidacy for the mayor’s former seat must meet the following requirements:

Be a “Qualified Primary Republican” as defined by Indiana Republican State Committee Rule 1-24

Reside within Jefferson Township, Wells County

Meet all requirements to hold the office of Township Trustee as outlined in the

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