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The Independent MASSILLON  One of the more notable developments leading up to the May 4 primary election could be the pending departure of the city treasurer. Democrat Maude Slagle, who's served as treasurer since 2013, decided not to seek another term for the part-time position. She will leave the job at the conclusion of 2021. "I've decided it's time for me to retire," said Slagle during a phone interview. "Nine years is a pretty good run." Slagle's departure opens the door for incumbent Councilwoman Linda Litman, D-Ward 6, who has filed to run for city treasurer. That decision means Litma...

After a high-turnout, contentious presidential election in November, residents of Stark County's three cities with partisan elections who vote in the May 4 primary election will select their party's nominees for city council seats. The deadline for candidates to file petitions and for local governments to place issues on the ballot was 4 p.m. Wednesday. Residents of the Louisville City School District will decide whether to grant the district's request for a property tax increase. Voters in Plain Township will choose whether they want to pay more in taxes to fund township parks. Voters in ...