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Jeff Jopling
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Jeff Jopling is the incumbent Blount County Commissioner for District 8, Seat B, running for a third term 12. He won the Republican primary on May 5, 2026, and no Democrat or independent qualified for the seat, so the primary result stands as the outcome of the August 6, 2026 county general election 1.
Background and education
Jopling is a longtime resident of Townsend and was educated through Maryville College 1. Before entering politics he worked as a professional touring musician 1.
Career
Jopling co-owns Country Manor Acres, a wedding-and-event venue, bed-and-breakfast, and stables on one of Townsend's remaining large properties, which he runs with his wife 13. He serves on the county commission's Planning committee 1.
Office history
Jopling has served two terms (per his own account, "the past 8 years") as the District 8, Seat B commissioner 1.
Legislative record and accomplishments
Jopling describes his two terms as focused on "slowing overdevelopment, preserving rural areas, and maintaining the quality of life our community values" 1.
Sources
Public filings
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Tennessee — campaign finance (search)
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State offices (Governor, TN Senate, TN House, State Executive Committee, statewide judiciary) —
Tennessee Registry of Election Finance.
Click Search for Candidates and PACs, enter last name “Jopling”, and submit.
US House, US Senate, and Presidential candidates file with the FEC — see the federal section below. - County and municipal offices (County Mayor, Commissioner, Sheriff, School Board, court clerks, municipal alderman, etc.) — most major TN counties use the EasyVote portal. Select the relevant county and search by candidate name (“Jopling”).
Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “Jopling”and, if needed, select the applicable position.