Democrats add Pruett to the ballot in House District 73

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COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Democratic Party has selected a candidate to run for the newly redrawn state House District 73, which now includes parts of Bartholomew, Decatur, Jennings and Shelby counties.

Decatur County Democratic Party Chair Mimi Pruett was selected in an unanimous vote during a caucus held Sunday in Columbus, said Bartholomew County Democratic Party Chair Steve Schoettmer.

Pruett, a 62-year-old licensed clinical social worker and mental health therapist at Centerstone, told The Republic on Monday that she decided to throw her hat in the ring after being encouraged by a community leader in the district.

Pruett will face Republican Jennifer Meltzer in the Nov. 8 general election.

For the complete story, see Tuesday’s Republic.