(KMZA)--A new Nemaha County, Kansas treasurer has been sworn-in.
Magistrate Judge Scott Anson Tuesday morning administered the oath of office to Kim Bontrager.
Bontrager, who had served as deputy county treasurer, was elected last November.
She replaces longtime County Treasurer Janell Niehues, who has retired after after more than 38 years with the county.
A retirement reception was held last Friday for Niehues.
In Kansas, the term of office for county treasurer's is from the 2nd Tuesday in October following the election year and runs for 4 years.
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