•September 23, 2015•

Retired St. Joseph-Ogden High School superintendent Jim Acklin  announced his candidacy for State Representative in the 102nd Illinois house district to replace Adam Brown. Brown recently announced his intentions to retire from the seat.

Acklin said; “I have considered running for some time, and I feel that this is my time to step forward and contribute in a meaningful way. Illinois is a tremendous state but needs strong leadership to help put it back on track. I grew up in Paris, which is a small town, like most of the 102nd district. I understand the challenges that our communities are facing as well as the challenges faced by our schools, small businesses and farmers.”      Login or Subscribe to read the rest of this story.