(KLZA)-- A longtime Pawnee County businessman announced Thursday he will seek the Republican nomination for Nebraska's 1st District State Legislative seat.
Dennis Schaardt, owner of Den's Country Meats in Table Rock, is currently serving his second term as a Pawnee County Commissioner made the announcement at the Pawnee County Courthouse before a group of supporters, family and friends.
Schaardt has served in many civic roles including the Pawnee County Ag Society, Pawnee County 4-H council, more than a decade as chairman for the Village of Table Rock and more than 25 years as the Fire Chief for the Table Rock Volunteer Fire Department. Schaardt is currently serving a fifth year as Chairman of the Pawnee County Board of Commissioners.
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