Danny Wheat
Danny Wheat is a member of the Abilene Independent School District in Texas, representing Place 5. He assumed office in 2002. His current term ends in 2026.
Wheat ran for re-election to the Abilene Independent School District to represent Place 5 in Texas. He won in the general election on May 10, 2014.
Biography
Wheat earned his bachelor's degree in medical sciences and doctorate in podiatric medicine from the California College of Podiatric Medicine. He has practiced podiatry at Abilene Foot Care Associates P.C. since 1986. Wheat also works out of several regional hospitals including Baylor Extended Care Hospital and Hendrick Medical Center. He has volunteered time with the Boy Scouts of America and as a board member on the Abilene Junior/Senior League. Wheat and his wife, Betsi, have two children who have attended district schools.[1]
Elections
2014
Danny Wheat ran for re-election to the Place 5 seat against Samuel Garcia in the general election on May 10, 2014.[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan |  Danny Wheat Incumbent |
59.3% | 4,219 | |
| Nonpartisan | Samuel Garcia | 40.7% | 2,895 | |
| Total Votes | 7,114 | |||
| Source: Taylor County Elections, "Abilene ISD Cumulative Report-Official," May 16, 2014 | ||||
Funding
Wheat did not report any contributions or expenditures to the district office.
Endorsements
Wheat did not receive any official endorsements for his campaign.
2010
Wheat won a third term on the board without opposition in 2010.[3]
See also
External links
- Search Google News for this topic
- Abilene Independent School District
- Abilene Foot Care Specialists website
Footnotes
| 2014 Abilene Independent School District Elections | |
| Abilene, Texas | |
| Election date: | May 10, 2014 |
| Candidates: | Place 4: • Cindy Parker Earles • Danny Kittley Place 5: • Samuel Garcia • Danny Wheat |
| Important information: | Key deadlines • Additional elections on the ballot |
