Melinda Huber
A career educator running for the open District 1 seat on the Blackford Community School Board. Huber, who campaigns as Melinda Ludwig Huber, grew up in Blackford County and cites more than 35 years in education. She is listed as Independent on the ballot and faces Kyle J. Pitts in November.
The 60-second story
Melinda Huber, who campaigns as Melinda Ludwig Huber, is running for the open District 1 seat on the Blackford Community School Board. She filed on June 17, 2026, and is listed as an Independent on the county's official candidate notice. The seat is open because incumbent Jimmy Lytle did not file for re-election; she faces Kyle J. Pitts, who ran for the seat in 2022.
Her campaign describes her as an experienced educator with more than 35 years in education who grew up in Blackford County. She was Blackford High School's commencement speaker in 2023, when the Hartford City News-Times described her as a former guidance counselor and fifth-grade math teacher.
Her campaign lists five priorities: student success, support for educators, fiscal responsibility, community partnerships and preparing students for the future.
Quick facts
- Race Blackford Community School Board, District 1 (open seat)
- Filed June 17, 2026 (listed as Independent)
- Campaign name Melinda Ludwig Huber
- Background 35+ years in education; grew up in Blackford County (campaign flyer)
- Opponent Kyle J. Pitts (listed as Republican)
- Campaign contact melindahuber25@gmail.com; Facebook: Melinda Huber for School Board Committee
Three things voters should know
She is a career educator
Her campaign cites more than 35 years in education; the News-Times described her in 2023 as a former guidance counselor and fifth-grade math teacher.
She is running on five priorities
Student success, support for educators, fiscal responsibility, community partnerships and a focus on students' futures.
The seat is open
Incumbent Jimmy Lytle did not file for re-election, so District 1 has no incumbent on the ballot.
Biography
Biography pending.
Positions, in their own words
"Every student deserves a safe, supportive environment where they can learn, grow, and reach their full potential."— Campaign flyer provided to The Blackford Ledger, Sept. 2026
"Our teachers and staff are the foundation of our schools. I will advocate for the resources, respect, and support they deserve."— Campaign flyer provided to The Blackford Ledger, Sept. 2026
"I will be a good steward of taxpayer dollars, ensuring transparency, accountability, and careful planning for the future."— Campaign flyer provided to The Blackford Ledger, Sept. 2026
"Schools thrive when we work together. I will listen, collaborate, and build relationships that benefit our students and community."— Campaign flyer provided to The Blackford Ledger, Sept. 2026
"From academics to careers and beyond, I will support opportunities that prepare our students for a bright future."— Campaign flyer provided to The Blackford Ledger, Sept. 2026
Where the money came from
$0 raised this cycle · 0 contributions