Your Rutherford County ballot

Campaign priorities: “My background includes hands-on experience in education and school operations. I have worked with special education and IEPs, taught middle school mathematics, and provided tutoring for students in grades K–9.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))

Background & approach: “I believe that education is important and that hard decisions require good conversation and faithful action.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))

Background & approach: “An involved community member who is interested in keeping the environment and the future of our land in good hands by making informed decisions.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))

Background & approach: “I’m a Rutherford County native, small business owner, and downtown Rutherfordton resident. My husband, Steven, and I returned to Rutherfordton in 2021, renovated two historic downtown buildings, and I opened Mill Hill General Store in 2023.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))

Campaign priorities: “Thoughtful Growth - Rutherfordton is growing and changing, and I believe we should be thoughtful and deliberate about how we prepare for it.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))

Policy focus: “I’m interested in the decisions that shape a community over time—from infrastructure and public safety to housing, development, and historic preservation.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))

Background & approach: “My name is Charlie Brooks, and I’m running for Mayor of Spindale because this town is home. I was born and raised here, and except for my years away for college and medical school, I’ve spent my life here.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))

Campaign priorities: “Spindale was built around industry, and good-paying jobs must be part of our future again. I will work to recruit manufacturers and other employers while supporting the small businesses already investing here.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))

Policy focus: “I’m passionate about policies that make everyday life better for our residents: creating good-paying jobs, reducing the property-tax burden, improving public safety, and maintaining our streets and neighborhoods.” (Ballotpedia (secondary source))