DeKALB — Mary Hess is in the lead for the 2021 DeKalb Township Supervisor with 75.2% of votes, or 2,365 votes, according to the 2021 DeKalb consolidated election results. Among her list of goals, she said she intends to structure township programs and services to match current needs, and increase awareness and utilization of the various types of aid and services, according to a March 30 Northern Star article.

Hess, the newest DeKalb Township Trustee prior to elections, has previously worked as a therapist, case manager, youth advocate and program director and said she believes these positions will assist her in fulfilling her supervisor role.