The first Republican candidate has stepped forward saying he wants to be Missouri State Representative for the newly created 156^th District, encompassing both Branson and Hollister, and the western edge of Taney County.

HometownDailyNews.com has learned Branson Businessman Jeff Justus will throw his name into the hat when filing opens in late February for the summer primary.

In an exclusive interview, Justus says he looks forward to the campaign:

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In previous years, Branson and Hollister were part of the 62^nd District that also covered southern Stone County.

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Branson businessman Jeff Justus says he wants to be Missouri State Representative for the newly created 156^th District, which encompasses both Branson and Hollister and the western region of Taney County.

In an exclusive interview with HometownDailyNews.com, Justus, a Republican, says he’s excited about the new district and what it could mean for the lakes area.

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Filing for the August Primary begins February 28^th.  

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The first Republican candidate has stepped forward saying he wants to be Missouri State Representative for the newly created 156^th District, encompassing both Branson and Hollister, and the western edge ofTaneyCounty.

HometownDailyNews.com has learned Branson Businessman Jeff Justus will throw his name into the hat when filing opens in late February for the summer primary.