Freelandville’s Kellie Streeter is the new State Representative in District 45.
The Knox County Republican followed her primary win over incumbent Bruce Borders with an over 2 to 1 victory over Democrat opponent Becky Mayfield.
She credits her time as a Knox County Commissioner for her ability to reach out to various people in various places across the state.
Streeter is the first Knox County State Representative since Kreg Battles served as State Rep in District 64.
She is also the first Knox Countian to represent District 45 since former House Speaker John Gregg of Sandborn.