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Sep042025

Sheriff Running for Re-Election

Locally, candidates continue to register for next year’s election. Most recently, the current Wilkes Sheriff, Chris Shew, announced that he would be seeking reelection in 2026. At least one other candidate has formally announced they will run for the office of sheriff. David Carson, who served as chief deputy under Shew, announced earlier this year that he would run. Two others have also indicated they may register as sheriff candidates in 2026.

 

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