{"campaigns":[{"candidatename":"Matt Dillow","chatgptsummary":null,"notes":null,"party":"REP","person":{"biography":"**Update: Dillow lost the March 3, 2026 Republican primary for the three at-large seats on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, finishing 6th of 9 candidates with 1,377 votes; the top three finishers \u2014 Marty Loudermilt (2,608), Andrew Johnson (2,126) and Ronnie L. Reese (1,685) \u2014 advanced to the November 3, 2026 general election [3].**\n\nAccording to the North Carolina voter file, John Matthew Dillow is a registered voter in Alexander County, North Carolina, registered since 2000 (26 years), with party affiliation listed as Republican [1].\n\nThe voter file shows John Matthew Dillow's year of birth as 1979; NC publishes only the year of birth in its bulk voter export, so day and month are not part of the public record [1].\n\nThe voter history file shows 9 elections voted in since 2016, most recently the 2026-03-03 primary election [2].\n\nThis summary draws only from the public North Carolina voter registration and history records. No additional published biographical information was located. Voters with personal knowledge of John Matthew Dillow can reach ballotproject.org with corrections or additions.\n\n## Sources\n[1] [North Carolina State Board of Elections \u2014 Voter Search](https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/)\n\n[2] North Carolina State Board of Elections voter history file (`ncvhis_Statewide`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)\n\n[3] North Carolina State Board of Elections, official 2026 candidate filing list (`Candidate_Listing_2026.csv`) and March 3, 2026 primary precinct-level results (`results_pct_20260303`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)","firstname":"John","lastname":"Dillow","middlename":"Matthew","suffix":null,"token":"0ab5a48e0f172f7d"},"token":"FMAWGNi-ZmJNHQYk"},{"candidatename":"Marty Loudermilt","chatgptsummary":null,"notes":null,"party":"REP","person":{"biography":"According to the North Carolina voter file, Martin Ray Loudermilt is a registered voter in Alexander County, North Carolina, registered since 1988 (38 years), with party affiliation listed as Republican [1].\n\nThe voter file shows Martin Ray Loudermilt's year of birth as 1969; NC publishes only the year of birth in its bulk voter export, so day and month are not part of the public record [1].\n\nThe voter history file shows 9 elections voted in since 2016, most recently the 2026-03-03 primary election [2].\n\nThis summary draws only from the public North Carolina voter registration and history records. No additional published biographical information was located. Voters with personal knowledge of Martin Ray Loudermilt can reach ballotproject.org with corrections or additions.\n\n## Sources\n[1] [North Carolina State Board of Elections \u2014 Voter Search](https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/)\n\n[2] North Carolina State Board of Elections voter history file (`ncvhis_Statewide`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)","firstname":"Martin","lastname":"Loudermilt","middlename":"Ray","suffix":null,"token":"da565cda6b50ba62"},"token":"X3sBaZh49kFz5dZ8"},{"candidatename":"Darren Warren","chatgptsummary":null,"notes":null,"party":"REP","person":{"biography":"**Update: Warren lost the March 3, 2026 Republican primary for the three at-large seats on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, finishing 7th of 9 candidates with 1,197 votes; the top three finishers \u2014 Marty Loudermilt (2,608), Andrew Johnson (2,126) and Ronnie L. Reese (1,685) \u2014 advanced to the November 3, 2026 general election [3].**\n\nAccording to the North Carolina voter file, Darren Dwight Warren is a registered voter in Alexander County, North Carolina, registered since 2000 (26 years), with party affiliation listed as Republican [1].\n\nThe voter file shows Darren Dwight Warren's year of birth as 1970; NC publishes only the year of birth in its bulk voter export, so day and month are not part of the public record [1].\n\nThe voter history file shows 11 elections voted in since 2016, most recently the 2026-03-03 primary election [2].\n\nThis summary draws only from the public North Carolina voter registration and history records. No additional published biographical information was located. Voters with personal knowledge of Darren Dwight Warren can reach ballotproject.org with corrections or additions.\n\n## Sources\n[1] [North Carolina State Board of Elections \u2014 Voter Search](https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/)\n\n[2] North Carolina State Board of Elections voter history file (`ncvhis_Statewide`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)\n\n[3] North Carolina State Board of Elections, official 2026 candidate filing list (`Candidate_Listing_2026.csv`) and March 3, 2026 primary precinct-level results (`results_pct_20260303`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)","firstname":"Darren","lastname":"Warren","middlename":"Dwight","suffix":null,"token":"4d020b7c5dfd5dc6"},"token":"BkeSMD3Nw4PYWRpG"},{"candidatename":"Ronnie L. Reese","chatgptsummary":null,"notes":null,"party":"REP","person":{"biography":"**Reese won the March 3, 2026 Republican primary for the three at-large seats on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, finishing 3rd of 9 candidates with 1,685 votes, and advances to the November 3, 2026 general election alongside fellow Republicans Marty Loudermilt (2,608 votes) and Andrew Johnson (2,126 votes) [13].**\n\nRonnie Lynn Reese is the incumbent Republican member of the Alexander County Board of Commissioners and is seeking re-election in the November 2026 race. The Board of Commissioners serves as the county's governing body, approving budgets, setting policy and overseeing services such as parks, fire protection and law-enforcement, as reflected in its regular meetings on park improvements and budget matters [3][6][10].\n\nReese is a lifelong resident of Alexander County, living in the Wittenburg community with his wife, Vilas. He is the father of three children\u2014Matthew, Marissa and Mikayla\u2014and grandfather to several grandchildren. Professionally, he owns KVM Motor Company, a local automotive business. Prior to his service on the commission, Reese spent eight years on the Alexander County Board of Education, including eight years on its Budget Committee and two years as chairman, and he has participated on numerous county committees [1].\n\nHis elected career on the Board of Commissioners began with his first victory in November 2014. He was subsequently re-elected in November 2018 and again in November 2022, completing a third term and positioning himself for a fourth term in 2026 [1][12]. Throughout his tenure, Reese has been active in county governance, asking questions about the condition of county parks during a 2024 meeting on parks and recreation [3] and commenting on the appointment of a new county manager in 2025, describing the selection as \"the best choice for the job\" [5].\n\nReese also contributes to community safety initiatives as a member of the Alexander County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC), which advises the board on programs for at-risk youth and allocates state funding for local services [4]. His civic involvement extends to his church, Macedonia Baptist Church, where he serves as a deacon, Sunday school teacher and choir member [1].\n\nOverall, Reese's record combines business ownership, extensive experience in education budgeting, and active participation in county policy and community programs, positioning him as a seasoned public servant seeking continued service on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners.\n\n## Sources\n- [1] [Commissioners](https://alexandercountync.gov/commissioners/)\n- [3] [Commissioners hear parks & recreation update](https://alexandercountync.gov/commissioners-hear-parks-recreation-update/)\n- [4] [Alexander County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC)](https://alexandercountync.gov/jcpc/)\n- [5] [New County Manager appointed, introduced at board meeting](https://alexandercountync.gov/new-county-manager-appointed-introduced-at-board-meeting/)\n- [6] [Commissioners celebrate debt payoff on law enforcement center, debt-free general fund](https://alexandercountync.gov/commissioners-celebrate-debt-payoff-on-law-enforcement-center-debt-free-general-fund/)\n- [7] [News \u2013 Alexander County, NC Page 9](https://alexandercountync.gov/news/page/9/)\n- [10] [Commissioners present \"Keys to the County\" at August 4th meeting](https://alexandercountync.gov/commissioners-present-keys-to-the-county-at-august-4th-meeting/)\n- [12] [13 candidates file in first 2 days \u2013 The Taylorsville Times](https://www.taylorsvilletimes.com/2021/12/08/13-candidates-file-in-first-2-days/)\n- [13] North Carolina State Board of Elections, March 3, 2026 primary precinct-level results (`results_pct_20260303`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)","firstname":"Ronnie","lastname":"Reese","middlename":"Lynn","suffix":null,"token":"3c953130c0a3f66e"},"token":"lyjMRReE0EImoT5P"},{"candidatename":"Ryan Mayberry","chatgptsummary":null,"notes":null,"party":"REP","person":{"biography":"**Update: Mayberry lost the March 3, 2026 Republican primary for the three at-large seats on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, finishing last (9th of 9 candidates) with 760 votes; the top three finishers \u2014 Marty Loudermilt (2,608), Andrew Johnson (2,126) and Ronnie L. Reese (1,685) \u2014 advanced to the November 3, 2026 general election [3].**\n\nAccording to the North Carolina voter file, Ryan Neal Mayberry is a registered voter in Alexander County, North Carolina, registered since 1990 (36 years), with party affiliation listed as Republican [1].\n\nThe voter file shows Ryan Neal Mayberry's year of birth as 1972; NC publishes only the year of birth in its bulk voter export, so day and month are not part of the public record [1].\n\nThe voter history file shows 12 elections voted in since 2016, most recently the 2026-03-03 primary election [2].\n\nThis summary draws only from the public North Carolina voter registration and history records. No additional published biographical information was located. Voters with personal knowledge of Ryan Neal Mayberry can reach ballotproject.org with corrections or additions.\n\n## Sources\n[1] [North Carolina State Board of Elections \u2014 Voter Search](https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/)\n\n[2] North Carolina State Board of Elections voter history file (`ncvhis_Statewide`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)\n\n[3] North Carolina State Board of Elections, official 2026 candidate filing list (`Candidate_Listing_2026.csv`) and March 3, 2026 primary precinct-level results (`results_pct_20260303`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)","firstname":"Ryan","lastname":"Mayberry","middlename":"Neal","suffix":null,"token":"121a7cae732a24a1"},"token":"sHynv6KLPrVo0bnn"},{"candidatename":"Michael Pennell","chatgptsummary":null,"notes":null,"party":"REP","person":{"biography":"**Update: Pennell lost the March 3, 2026 Republican primary for the three at-large seats on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, finishing 8th of 9 candidates with 885 votes; the top three finishers \u2014 Marty Loudermilt (2,608), Andrew Johnson (2,126) and Ronnie L. Reese (1,685) \u2014 advanced to the November 3, 2026 general election [3].**\n\nAccording to the North Carolina voter file, Charles Michael Pennell is a registered voter in Alexander County, North Carolina, registered since 1990 (36 years), with party affiliation listed as Republican [1].\n\nThe voter file shows Charles Michael Pennell's year of birth as 1969; NC publishes only the year of birth in its bulk voter export, so day and month are not part of the public record [1].\n\nThe voter history file shows 6 elections voted in since 2016, most recently the 2026-03-03 primary election [2].\n\nThis summary draws only from the public North Carolina voter registration and history records. No additional published biographical information was located. Voters with personal knowledge of Charles Michael Pennell can reach ballotproject.org with corrections or additions.\n\n## Sources\n[1] [North Carolina State Board of Elections \u2014 Voter Search](https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/)\n\n[2] North Carolina State Board of Elections voter history file (`ncvhis_Statewide`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)\n\n[3] North Carolina State Board of Elections, official 2026 candidate filing list (`Candidate_Listing_2026.csv`) and March 3, 2026 primary precinct-level results (`results_pct_20260303`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)","firstname":"Charles","lastname":"Pennell","middlename":"Michael","suffix":null,"token":"750478c68959485f"},"token":"KmM4YMJZfRdZo18J"},{"candidatename":"Andrew Johnson","chatgptsummary":null,"notes":null,"party":"REP","person":{"biography":"## Current office and 2026 campaign\n\nAndrew Dean Johnson is a candidate for Kenton County Commission [1]. He previously ran for election to the Kenton County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors in 2024 [1]. As of May 2026, he is on the ballot for an upcoming county commission race, though the specific district or party affiliation for this current campaign is not detailed in available records [1].\n\n## Office history\n\nAndrew Johnson ran for election to the Kenton County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors in an at-large district in 2024 [1].\n\n## Sources\n[1] [Andrew Johnson (Kenton County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors At-large, Kentucky, candidate 2024) - Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Andrew_Johnson_(Kenton_County_Soil_and_Water_Conservation_District_Board_of_Supervisors_At-large,_Kentucky,_candidate_2024))","firstname":"Andrew","lastname":"Johnson","middlename":"Dean","suffix":null,"token":"da6850f177a8227f"},"token":"C4dqKyH1b4iy-blP"},{"candidatename":"Larry Yoder","chatgptsummary":null,"notes":null,"party":"REP","person":{"biography":"## Current office and 2026 campaign\nLarry G. Yoder (Republican) is the incumbent Chairman of the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, seeking reelection to the board in the 2026 election [1]. He has served on the board since 2018, and previously from 2004 to 2016, for more than 17 years of total service [1][2].\n\n## Background and education\nYoder is a graduate of Lincolnton High School and attended Western Carolina University, Gaston College, and Catawba Valley Community College [1]. He is a member of First Baptist Church in Taylorsville, where he has served as Sunday school director and deacon [1].\n\n## Career\nYoder previously worked as a North Carolina Highway Patrol trooper and currently works as a Traffic Manager at JB Hunt [2]. He serves on the Agriculture and Public Education steering committees for the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners [2].\n\n## Office history\nIn 2023, while serving as an Alexander County Commissioner, Yoder was one of four Republican candidates who filed for the North Carolina House of Representatives' 94th District seat [2].\n\n## Legislative record and accomplishments\nYoder was inducted into the Alexander County Republican Hall of Fame in 2023, named Alexander County Citizen of the Year in 2012, received the county's \"Key to the County\" honor in 2016, and is a recipient of North Carolina's Order of the Long Leaf Pine award [1][2].\n\n## Sources\n- [1] [Commissioners \u2013 Alexander County, NC](https://alexandercountync.gov/commissioners/)\n- [2] [Yoder Announces Bid for N.C. House \u2013 860 WACB](https://860wacb.com/yoder-announces-bid-for-n-c-house/)","firstname":"Larry","lastname":"Yoder","middlename":"G","suffix":null,"token":"d8b4444e0b6dcae0"},"token":"k2N0N7vN7DSDpzrx"},{"candidatename":"Marty Pennell","chatgptsummary":null,"notes":null,"party":"REP","person":{"biography":"**Update: Pennell lost the March 3, 2026 Republican primary for the three at-large seats on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, finishing 5th of 9 candidates with 1,620 votes; the top three finishers \u2014 Marty Loudermilt (2,608), Andrew Johnson (2,126) and Ronnie L. Reese (1,685) \u2014 advanced to the November 3, 2026 general election [3].**\n\nAccording to the North Carolina voter file, Marty Andrew Pennell is a registered voter in Alexander County, North Carolina, registered since 1996 (30 years), with party affiliation listed as Republican [1].\n\nThe voter file shows Marty Andrew Pennell's year of birth as 1974; NC publishes only the year of birth in its bulk voter export, so day and month are not part of the public record [1].\n\nThe voter history file shows 10 elections voted in since 2016, most recently the 2026-03-03 primary election [2].\n\nThis summary draws only from the public North Carolina voter registration and history records. No additional published biographical information was located. Voters with personal knowledge of Marty Andrew Pennell can reach ballotproject.org with corrections or additions.\n\n## Sources\n[1] [North Carolina State Board of Elections \u2014 Voter Search](https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/)\n\n[2] North Carolina State Board of Elections voter history file (`ncvhis_Statewide`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)\n\n[3] North Carolina State Board of Elections, official 2026 candidate filing list (`Candidate_Listing_2026.csv`) and March 3, 2026 primary precinct-level results (`results_pct_20260303`), published at [dl.ncsbe.gov](https://dl.ncsbe.gov/)","firstname":"Marty","lastname":"Pennell","middlename":"Andrew","suffix":null,"token":"90c87b80503eacf6"},"token":"g5GJvDwkj5IkCxce"}],"choices":null,"description":null,"district":null,"districtgroup":null,"districtgroupname":null,"districtname":null,"job_type":"county_commissioner","o.office":"county_commission","office":"county_commission","officedescription":"A county commissioner is a member of the county's legislative body. The commission approves the county budget, sets the property-tax rate, authorizes borrowing, and passes county resolutions and ordinances. Commissioners are elected from districts (or at-large seats) to represent constituents on countywide policy.","officequalities":"- Policy judgment on countywide matters \u2014 budget, taxes, land use, services, and intergovernmental issues \u2014 within Tennessee county-government law.\n- Budget literacy: the commission approves the county budget, sets the property-tax rate, and authorizes multi-year bond issues.\n- Legislative process: drafting, amending, and voting on resolutions and ordinances; committee work that pre-screens items.\n- Constituent relations in the district \u2014 case-work and community issues flow through the commissioner's office.\n- Willingness to complete the state-required annual continuing education through UT CTAS.","officeterm":4,"officetitle":"County Commissioner","partisan":1,"pgr":"general","quantity":3,"referendum":null,"source":null,"title":"Alexander County Board Of Commissioners"}