by John Beagle
According to WLWT, AJ Smith just graduated from Middletown High last spring and now he is trading in his football uniform for a white shirt and tie. Yes, AJ Smith is old enough to vote and run for the Middletown City School board this year.
AJ Smith decided to run after the levy failed twice. He said he is running for school board to help represent his peers back at Middletown High.
John Sauter who also is running for school board said regarding AJ's chances of winning, "never underestimate the underdog."