Sunday, Jun. 22, 2008

Richland Clerk of Court: About the candidates

The candidates in Tuesday’s Richland County runoff

Jeanette McBride

Age: 62

Neighborhood: Midland Terrace

Education: Bachelor’s degree; master teacher’s certification in career and technology education

Occupation: Retired teacher

Political experience: Richland 1 school board, 2004 to present

Family: Husband, Frank McBride; three children

Barbara A. Scott (i)

Age: 70

Neighborhood: Heathwood

Education: Attended University of South Carolina

Occupation: Clerk of court

Political experience: 23½ years as clerk of court; eight years, Richland 1 school board

Family: Husband, Paul Pickens; four children