Monday, August 28th was the first day for local candidates to file papers to run for local city and school board elections.  On the first day, three candidates files nominations papers for city of Atlantic seats.

Linda J. Hartkopf filed to run for re-election to Atlantic’s 4th Ward council seat and Pat McCurdy filed for re-election in Atlantic’s 3rd Ward.

Also, for Atlantic Parks and Recreation Board, Mary Strong filed her papers on Monday for one of the two available seats.