Allison, McClure take leadership roles in Whitley County Democratic Party Friday
(Talk of the Town photos by Jennifer Zartman Romano)
By Jennifer Zartman Romano 
A Democratic caucus was held Friday evening to formally elect the Whitley County Democratic Party’s new chairman and vice chair.
In unanimous votes, precinct committeemen officially elected Scott Allison for the party chairman and Shea McClure for the vice chair position.
Allison is brings with him an enthusiasm for the party and goals to ramp up visibility with a greater online presence. He is also looking forward to working with individuals who are interested in holding office in Whitley County.
McClure brings a business and marketing background. McClure has experience with grassroots marketing and worked closely on a successful recent Democratic political campaign.
Both are energized, feel they are surrounded by a great team and looking forward to working on the 2010 election.
Allison replaces Tim Hearld and McClure replaces Tiffany Herron. Both Hearld and Herron plan to continue work with the party.