Marshall Tax Ratification Proposal Defeated

MARSHALL � The Marshall Independent School District suffered a big blow Saturday, when a tax ratification proposal was defeated by a two-to-one margin. Only about 10% of the district�s registered voters took part in the election, with 66% of those voting against the tax increase. MISD Board President Helen Warwick says the defeat will mean tough cuts within the district, likely including jobs. The district suffered a $2.4 million dollar cut in state funding during the recent legislative session.