03-04-2025
Tolono could have first African American Village President
TOLONO, Ill. (WCIA) — The Village of Tolono is waiting to see the final election results, and one community member could be making history.
Village Trustee Terrence Stuber could become the first African American Village President in Tolono. He said it'd be an honor to go down in history but that isn't his goal. Stuber wants to be remembered for creating a welcoming community, building economic success and more.
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'I recognize the impact that that can have, especially on people who look like us,' Stuber said. 'They can't just see a dark-skinned man and say, 'I want to be that.' The skin color is not what matters. Do you have the heart to serve people?'
Stuber currently has a 5% lead over his opponent Gary Mitchell. Even though he's ahead, Stuber is still being cautious until the final results come in. If elected, he wants to focus on creating more infrastructure and adding streetlights around town.
WCIA reached out to Mitchell, who said he's already called Stuber and congratulated him on his victory.
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