Richard Weigel, Ypsilanti Public Schools assistant superintendent of educational quality, is interviewng for the Niles Community Schools superintendent position.

The South Bend Tribune reported his candidacy on Feb. 9.

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Richard Weigel

Ypsilanti Superintendent Dedrick Martin called Weigel's contributions to the district invaluable.

"It would be a huge loss to Ypsilanti," he said.

Weigel was a finalist for the Ypsilanti superintendent post last year. The board ultimately chose Martin.

Weigel could not be reached for comment.