[{"bio_snippet":"Per the NC voter file: REP voter in Johnston County since 1999.","biography":"> **Editorial note \u2014 lost March 2026 primary.** Bowles placed 2nd of 2 Republican candidates in the March 3, 2026 primary for NC House District 28, receiving 862 votes (10.9%) to winner Larry C. Strickland's 7,056 votes (89.1%); Bowles will not appear on the November 3, 2026 general-election ballot [3].\n\nAccording to the North Carolina voter file, Eric Lee Bowles SR is a registered voter in Johnston County, North Carolina, registered since 1999 (27 years), with party affiliation listed as Republican [1].\n\nThe voter file shows Eric Lee Bowles SR's year of birth as 1968; 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 8 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 Eric Lee Bowles SR 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, March 3, 2026 Official Precinct-Level Results](https://s3.amazonaws.com/dl.ncsbe.gov/ENRS/2026_03_03/results_pct_20260303.zip) \u2014 NC House District 28 Republican primary, accessed 2026-07-24","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Eric","fullname":"Eric Lee Bowles SR","lastname":"Bowles","middlename":"Lee","suffix":"SR","summary":"Per the NC voter file: REP voter in Johnston County since 1999.","token":"de6436bca5a47dd6"},{"bio_snippet":"Andrew Marcus Bowline is the Democratic candidate for North Carolina State Senate District\u202f31 in 2026.","biography":"## Current office and 2026 campaign\n\nAndrew Marcus Bowline, who appears on the ballot as Andy Bowline, is the Democratic candidate for the North Carolina Senate in District 31, which covers Forsyth and Stokes counties [1]. He filed on December 12, 2025 and gives Winston-Salem as his city of residence [1]. He faces Republican Dana Caudill Jones of Kernersville, the district's sitting senator, in the November 3, 2026 general election; neither party held a primary for the seat [1][3].\n\nThe district is strongly Republican. In the November 5, 2024 general election, State Board of Elections precinct returns give Dana Caudill Jones 78,429 votes (62.4%) to Democrat Ronda Mays's 47,035 (37.4%) [2]. Bowline's campaign is built explicitly around that math: his campaign site is titled \"Can't Win. Yet.\", states that \"District 31 went R+25 in 2024,\" and argues that \"before a single vote is cast, this race is already decided. Not by you. By the politicians who drew the lines. Someone should show up. So here I am\" [5]. He describes himself there as \"not a career politician\" and \"not backed by big money\" [4].\n\nCarolina Forward, reporting on the close of 2026 candidate filing, wrote that Democrats will contest 168 of the 170 General Assembly districts and that \"around 85% of North Carolina's legislative districts are effectively non-competitive, meaning they are drawn to be completely safe for one party or the other\" [8].\n\nBowline's campaign platform is organized around redistricting, public education and health care [6]. On redistricting he proposes a \"Redistricting Transparency Act\" requiring redistricting proceedings to be conducted in public with at least 30 days of public comment before any vote and proposed maps published with supporting data at least 14 days before a committee vote, and states a longer-term goal of an independent 15-member citizens redistricting commission [6]. On education he proposes a \"Voucher School Accountability Act\" requiring private schools receiving Opportunity Scholarship funds to report standardized test scores, graduation rates and annual financial audits to the state, and calls for funding the Leandro plan and raising teacher pay into the top 15 states [6]. On health care he proposes a \"Medicaid Full-Funding Requirement\" obliging the legislature to appropriate Medicaid funds at the level the Department of Health and Human Services determines is necessary to maintain current services, which he describes as \"no new spending, no expansion\" [6]. His site also publishes plain-language voter guides on voting, property taxes, medical bills, power bills and data centers [5].\n\n## Background and education\n\nBowline's campaign biography states that he has lived in Winston-Salem since 2009 and that he holds an MBA from Wake Forest University [4].\n\n## Career\n\nPer his campaign biography, Bowline has been a software developer for over a decade, co-founded a health technology startup and ran it for seven years with \"a couple dozen employees\" until it was acquired in 2023, and has also worked with nonprofits and in medical research [4]. He describes himself as currently a stay-at-home parent [4].\n\n## Business interests and wealth source\n\nThe only account of Bowline's business background is his own: his campaign biography says he co-founded a health tech startup, ran it for seven years, and that it was acquired in 2023 [4]. No independent reporting on the company or the transaction was located.\n\nTransparency USA, which republishes North Carolina State Board of Elections campaign-finance filings, reports that through June 30, 2026 the Committee to Elect Andy Bowline had raised $9,198 and spent $732 [7]. Its largest reported contributors are Bowline himself at $1,762.58, the North Carolina Democratic Party - Building and Vote Save America at $1,000 each, and the Can't Win Victory Fund PAC at $989.54 [7]. The largest reported expenditures are printing costs [7].\n\n## Sources\n\n[1] [Candidate Listing 2026](https://s3.amazonaws.com/dl.ncsbe.gov/Elections/2026/Candidate%20Filing/Candidate_Listing_2026.csv) - North Carolina State Board of Elections, accessed 2026-07-31\n[2] [Precinct-level results, November 5, 2024 general election](https://s3.amazonaws.com/dl.ncsbe.gov/ENRS/2024_11_05/results_pct_20241105.zip) - North Carolina State Board of Elections, accessed 2026-07-31\n[3] [Senate Members, 2025-2026 Session](https://www.ncleg.gov/Members/MemberList/S) - North Carolina General Assembly, accessed 2026-07-31\n[4] [Meet Andy](https://andycantwin.com/meet-andy.html) - Committee to Elect Andy Bowline (campaign site), accessed 2026-07-31\n[5] [Andy Bowline for NC Senate District 31](https://andycantwin.com/) - Committee to Elect Andy Bowline (campaign site), accessed 2026-07-31\n[6] [What I'll Do](https://andycantwin.com/what-id-do.html) - Committee to Elect Andy Bowline (campaign site), accessed 2026-07-31\n[7] [Andy Bowline - North Carolina Candidate](https://www.transparencyusa.org/nc/candidate/andy-bowline) - Transparency USA, accessed 2026-07-31\n[8] [Results from 2026 Candidate Filing](https://carolinaforward.org/blog/results-from-2026-candidate-filing/) - Carolina Forward, accessed 2026-07-31","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Andrew","fullname":"Andrew Marcus Bowline","lastname":"Bowline","middlename":"Marcus","suffix":null,"summary":"Andrew Marcus Bowline is the Democratic candidate for North Carolina State Senate District\u202f31 in 2026.","token":"5c7690c65dd500d9"},{"bio_snippet":"Senator Janice Bowling Education BS in Elementary Education/Special Education, Auburn University Former Special Education Teacher in Lee County, Ala. Family Married, three grown children, five grandchildren Baptist Career Senate member of the 108th through 113th General Assemblie","biography":"## Senator Janice Bowling\n\n### Education\n- BS in Elementary Education/Special Education, Auburn University\n- Former Special Education Teacher in Lee County, Ala.\n\n### Family\n- Married, three grown children, five grandchildren\n- Baptist\n\n### Career\n- Senate member of the 108th through 113th General Assemblies\n- Deputy Speaker\n- Tullahoma Alderman from 1992-2004, 2005-2008\n- State Executive Committee Woman for Senate District 16\n- Served as Chairman of the Board of Zoning Appeals and as a member of the Tullahoma Utility Board\n- 1996-2000, District Director of the 11 Middle Tennessee counties for Congressional District 4\n- President of Tennessee\u2019s Backroads Heritage\n- Member, Arnold Community Council, twice President\n- Charter Member, Motlow Ladies' Philanthropic Society providing scholarships to non-traditional Women students\n- Member, Southern Tennessee Ladies' Society providing college scholarships to 7 Southern Tennessee High School seniors\n- Former President of the South Jackson Civic Association and Chairman of the March of Dimes.\n- Past President of the Coffee/Moore County Service Unit of the Salvation Army\n- Formerly served on Board of Directors of the Coffee County Vocational Training Center\n- Formerly served on Board of Directors of Coffee County Senior Citizens\n- Formerly served on Board of Directors of Multi-County Cancer Support Network\n- Formerly served on Board of Directors of UTSI Support Council\n- Life Member, NRA\n- Air Force Materiel Command Community Liaison Program\n- Multi-County Cancer Support Network, Tennessee\u2019s Backroads Heritage\n- South Jackson Civic Association; Horse Play, Inc.\n- Eagle Forum\n- Alpha Chi Omega Social Sorority\n- Grace Baptist Church\n\n### External Links\n[https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/legislatorinfo/member.aspx?district=S16](https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/legislatorinfo/member.aspx?district=S16)","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Janice","fullname":"Janice Bowling","lastname":"Bowling","middlename":null,"suffix":null,"summary":null,"token":"CZ55kyBTnc"},{"bio_snippet":"Candidate for Circuit Court Clerk in the May 5, 2026 Fayette County Republican primary. No substantive public biographical information was located in searches of Ballotpedia, the Fayette County Election Commission https://fayettetn.us/departments/election/ , Fayette County news, ","biography":"Candidate for Circuit Court Clerk in the May 5, 2026 Fayette County Republican primary.\n\nNo substantive public biographical information was located in searches of Ballotpedia, the [Fayette County Election Commission](https://fayettetn.us/departments/election/), Fayette County news, or Facebook. The [Office of the Fayette Circuit Court Clerk](https://www.facebook.com/Fayettecircuitclerk/) maintains a public Facebook page but no biographical material about Bowling was surfaced.","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Libby","fullname":"Libby Bowling","lastname":"Bowling","middlename":null,"suffix":null,"summary":null,"token":"4ygWtob9gr"},{"bio_snippet":"Education Jay J. Bowman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Administration from the University of Kentucky. His academic background has informed his approach to public service and governance. Experience Bowman has experience in various roles related to community engagem","biography":"##Education\n\nJay J. Bowman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Administration from the University of Kentucky. His academic background has informed his approach to public service and governance.\n\n##Experience\n\nBowman has experience in various roles related to community engagement and public service. He has worked with local organizations focused on improving community welfare and has been involved in grassroots initiatives aimed at addressing issues in his district. His professional background includes roles in public administration and community outreach, emphasizing his commitment to serving his constituents.\n\n##Family\n\nJay J. Bowman is a family-oriented individual and has spoken about the importance of family values in his campaign. He resides in Kentucky with his family, contributing to the local community and educational initiatives.\n\n##Personal Statement \n\nMy name is Jay J Bowman, (the middle name is only an initial, I\u2019m convinced my parents could not agree on their children's names and just gave them initials). I was born in Michigan and grew up in Utah. I remember the winters, the vast forest of green surrounding the lake of our small town in Michigan. My parents moved to Salt Lake City when I was 8 years old. Utah was a wonderful place to grow up, I enjoyed hunting, fishing, skiing and love the mountains and deserts of the state. Our father worked 3 jobs when we first moved there to try and make ends meet. He spent long hours working to support his family, While Mom stayed at home to take care of me and my 4 younger siblings. . Eventually my father started his own small business, which no doubt inspired my own entrepreneurial spirit. After my parents divorced, my mother went back to school at the University of Utah and graduated with her degree.  We even attended some of the same university classes together! My mother never stopped learning after she graduated and went on to expand her educational horizons, traveling the world on archeological digs. My father ran his successful small business until his early death of cancer. I left  the university of Utah to start my own business at the age of 23, and love being a small business owner. In the early 90's I moved to Kentucky for a business opportunity, Kentucky has been a great place to work and raise my family. I was absolutely lucky to be born in this great nation!\n\nEmbarking on the path of entrepreneurship has led me through exhilarating peaks and daunting valleys, presenting invaluable lessons along the way. These experiences have instilled in me a deep appreciation for fiscal prudence and resourcefulness, driving me to set ambitious goals, devise strategic plans, and create effective budgets. Cultivating strong collaborations with colleagues and seeking counsel from mentors have been vital components of my journey, yet the responsibility of making sound decisions ultimately rests on my shoulders as a business owner. Throughout my entrepreneurial endeavors, resilience and adaptability have become my constant companions. Despite the challenges and personal imperfections, I continuously strive to uphold the values of integrity and goodness in all aspects of life. These trials and triumphs have not only shaped my character but also fortified my resolve to persevere in the face of adversity. My entrepreneurial pursuits have taken me on a global journey, exposing me to diverse business practices and cultures. As I traveled the world, I've encountered unique perspectives and fostered adaptability and open-mindedness in both my professional and personal life. These experiences have deepened my understanding of our interconnected world, inspiring a commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and ethical decision-making in all facets of my entrepreneurial endeavors.\n\nAs a candidate for presidency, I ask myself every day if I am qualified for such an important role. However, I take comfort in the fact that the founding fathers believed I am, The U.S. Constitution states that the president must: Be a natural-born citizen of the United States. Be at least 35 years old. Have been a resident of the United States for 14 years. I trust that they knew what they were doing, and I urge you to trust in me as well.\n\n##Community Involvement and Recognition\n\nJay J. Bowman is actively involved in local community organizations, focusing on educational initiatives and community service. He has participated in various events aimed at promoting civic engagement and improving public services in his district. His efforts have been recognized by local groups dedicated to enhancing community welfare and development.\n\n##Controversies and Critiques \n\nAs a candidate, Bowman has faced scrutiny regarding his positions on various issues. Some critics have questioned his proposals for local governance, arguing that they may not adequately address the needs of all constituents. However, Bowman maintains that his approach is centered on inclusivity and community input.\n\n##Further Information and Resources\n\n[Campaign Website](https://www.votestickit.com/)\n\n[Utah Official Candidacy Declaration](https://vote.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/42/2024/08/BowmanPRESBowmanVP.pdf)\n\n[Business Site](https://incmpi.com/)\n\n[Jay Bowman Ballotpedia Profile](https://ballotpedia.org/Jay_Bowman)","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Jay","fullname":"Jay J. Bowman","lastname":"Bowman","middlename":"J.","suffix":null,"summary":null,"token":"SdTTkGKTjU"},{"bio_snippet":"Incumbent Overton County Commissioner for District 3; independent candidate for re-election in 2026.","biography":"## Current office and 2026 campaign\nJesse Bowman is an incumbent Overton County Commissioner for District 3 and an independent candidate for re-election on the August 6, 2026 county general ballot, where District 3 elects three commissioners [1][3].\n\n## Office history\nBowman currently serves on the Overton County Commission representing District 3 [1]. He has also been designated by the commission to serve as the 3rd District member of the county beer board [2].\n\n## Sources\n[1] [Commission - Overton County, Tennessee](https://overtoncountytn.gov/commission/) - accessed 2026-07-23\n[2] [County Commission: Executive Barlow to continue as chairman - Overton County News](https://www.overtoncountynews.com/news/county-commission-executive-barlow-to-continue-as-chairman/article_5773aa14-13af-47b3-a00e-a6918cb20fdc.html) - accessed 2026-07-23\n[3] [Overton County August 6, 2026 Sample Ballot (PDF)](https://overtonvotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/TNOVEPG6_SampleInfinityBallot.pdf) - accessed 2026-07-23","birthdate":null,"firstname":"JESSE","fullname":"JESSE BOWMAN","lastname":"BOWMAN","middlename":null,"suffix":null,"summary":"Incumbent Overton County Commissioner for District 3; independent candidate for re-election in 2026.","token":"0KsGTTFwAt"},{"bio_snippet":"","biography":null,"birthdate":null,"firstname":"MARSHA","fullname":"MARSHA KAY BOWMAN","lastname":"BOWMAN","middlename":"KAY","suffix":null,"summary":null,"token":"FZTQcnirSK"},{"bio_snippet":"Per the NC voter file: DEM voter in Mecklenburg County since 2016.","biography":"**Update: Bowman lost the March 3, 2026 Democratic primary for NC House of Representatives District 106 (Mecklenburg County), finishing third in a three-way race with 916 votes (8.3%), behind Rodney Sadler (7,727 votes, 69.9%) and Carla D. Cunningham (2,404 votes, 21.8%). Bowman does not appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot [3].**\n\nAccording to the North Carolina voter file, Vermanno Dewayne Bowman is a registered voter in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, registered since 2016 (10 years), with party affiliation listed as Democratic [1].\n\nThe voter file shows Vermanno Dewayne Bowman's year of birth as 1998; 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 14 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 Vermanno Dewayne Bowman 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, March 3, 2026 primary official precinct-level results (bulk file) -- https://dl.ncsbe.gov/ENRS/2026_03_03/results_pct_20260303.zip","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Vermanno","fullname":"Vermanno Dewayne Bowman","lastname":"Bowman","middlename":"Dewayne","suffix":null,"summary":"Per the NC voter file: DEM voter in Mecklenburg County since 2016.","token":"a931a073311bbe26"},{"bio_snippet":"","biography":null,"birthdate":null,"firstname":"Michael","fullname":"Michael R. Box","lastname":"Box","middlename":"R.","suffix":null,"summary":null,"token":"3nF8VxfPcQ"},{"bio_snippet":"Kevin Boxberger is a Democratic incumbent appointed to the NC District Court for District 10D Seat 3 and ran for re-election in 2024.","biography":"## Current office and 2026 campaign\n\nKevin Boxberger is a Democratic Party candidate currently serving as a District Court Judge for North Carolina\u2019s 10th Judicial District, Seat 3 [1]. He was appointed to the Wake County bench by Governor Roy Cooper in 2024 [13]. In the 2026 election cycle, Boxberger is seeking re-election to retain his seat on the District Court bench [1].\n\nBoxberger officially entered the race for District Court Judge in North Carolina Judicial District 10D on December 5, 2023, with the primary election held on March 5, 2024 [5]. He has established a campaign presence through the website Keep Judge Boxberger | Wake County, where he self-describes as a steadfast advocate for equality, equity, and justice within the legal system [4]. The Wake County Democratic Party has identified his seat as an opportunity to pick up a judge's position in the district [9].\n\nBoxberger has received endorsements from the North Carolina Democratic Party and is listed on the Blue Voter Guide as a pro-democracy and pro-working-family candidate [3]. He maintains an active public profile, including a presence on Twitter under the handle @kmboxberger and LinkedIn posts discussing Wake County\u2019s competitive judicial elections [6][7]. During his 2024 campaign, he participated in candidate questionnaires for INDY Week and Yahoo News, addressing issues relevant to the district court role [10][11].\n\n## Background and education\n\nKevin Boxberger is a Democratic Party candidate for North Carolina District Court District 10D Seat 3 [1]. He self-describes as having been a steadfast advocate for equality, equity, and justice within the legal profession throughout his years in the field [4]. His campaign mailing address is listed as P.O. Box 28943, Raleigh, NC 27611 [3].\n\nSpecific details regarding his birthplace, year of birth, upbringing, religion, or specific educational institutions and degrees are not provided in the available sources.\n\n## Career\n\nKevin Boxberger is a lawyer who has served as a District Court Judge for North Carolina Judicial District 10D Seat 3 since 2024 [1]. He was appointed to the Wake County bench by Governor Roy Cooper prior to his election tenure [13]. The North Carolina Judicial Branch lists him as an incumbent in this role [2].\n\nBoxberger describes himself as a steadfast advocate for equality, equity, and justice within the legal profession throughout his years in practice [4]. He has stated that he is dedicated to fairness and upholding these values while serving on the bench [4].\n\n## Office history\n\nKevin Boxberger was appointed to the Wake County District Court Bench by Governor Roy Cooper in 2024 [13]. He subsequently won election to a full term as a Democratic candidate for North Carolina District Court Judge in Judicial District 10D, Seat 3, with tenure beginning in 2024 [1][2].\n\nBoxberger officially entered the race for this seat on December 5, 2023, seeking the Democratic nomination in the primary election held on March 5, 2024 [5]. The Wake County Democratic Party identified the District 10D seat as an opportunity to pick up a judgeship [9][8]. He was endorsed by the North Carolina Democratic Party for this race [3]. Boxberger defeated his opponent in the general election on November 5, 2024, securing the position he currently holds [12].\n\n## Legislative record and accomplishments\n\nKevin Boxberger has not served in a legislative capacity, as his judicial tenure began in 2024 following an appointment by Governor Roy Cooper to the Wake County bench [1][13]. Consequently, he has no record of sponsoring bills, casting legislative votes, or holding committee assignments within a legislative body.\n\nIn his role as a District Court Judge for North Carolina Judicial District 10D Seat 3, Boxberger\u2019s policy positions are characterized by a commitment to equality, equity, and justice within the legal system [4]. He self-describes as a steadfast advocate for these values throughout his legal career [4]. During his 2024 campaign, he identified women's rights and equality as key issues [3].\n\n## Sources\n[1] [Kevin Boxberger - Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Kevin_Boxberger)\n[2] [Kevin Boxberger | North Carolina Judicial Branch](https://www.nccourts.gov/judicial-directory/kevin-boxberger)\n[3] [Endorsements for Kevin Boxberger - North Carolina Democratic Party Candidate](https://bluevoterguide.org/NC/candidate_Kevin_Boxberger/530275)\n[4] [Keep Judge Boxberger | Wake County](https://www.boxbergerforjudge.com/)\n[5] [Kevin Boxberger files to run.](https://www.boxbergerforjudge.com/post/kevin-boxberger-files-to-run)\n[6] [Kevin Boxberger (@kmboxberger) ...](https://twitter.com/kmboxberger)\n[7] [Kevin Boxberger on LinkedIn: Here's Who's Running in Wake County's Competitive District Court Elections\u2026](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kevinboxberger_heres-whos-running-in-wake-countys-competitive-activity-7156477479795179520-Gqp5)\n[8] [Kevin Boxberger on LinkedIn: Wake County Democratic Party Sees Opportunity to Pick Up a Judge's Seat in\u2026](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kevinboxberger_wake-county-democratic-party-sees-opportunity-activity-7166118983916597248-XcH2)\n[9] [Wake County Democratic Party Sees Opportunity to Pick Up a Judge's Seat in Wake's District 10 Court](https://indyweek.com/news/elections-news/wake-county-democratic-party-sees-opportunity-to-pick-up-a-judges-seat-in-wakes-district-10-court/)\n[10] [Candidate for NC District Court judge, Democrat Kevin Boxberger, answers our questions](https://www.yahoo.com/news/candidate-nc-district-court-judge-154458177.html)\n[11] [Candidate Questionnaire: Kevin Boxberger, NC District Court 10 D, Seat 3](https://indyweek.com/news/elections-news/candidate-questionnaire-kevin-boxberger-nc-district-court-10-d-seat-3/)\n[12] [Who is Kevin Boxberger? - North Carolina District Court Judge ...](https://lykelect.com/post/kevin-boxberger/ce4f7af9-2b6d-4f1f-aed7-2d93a75eaea4/)\n[13] [Governor Cooper appoints Boxberger to the Wake County Bench - Indigent Defense Services](https://www.ncids.org/2024/governor-cooper-appoints-boxberger-to-the-wake-county-bench/)","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Kevin","fullname":"Kevin Matthew Boxberger","lastname":"Boxberger","middlename":"Matthew","suffix":null,"summary":"Kevin Boxberger is a Democratic incumbent appointed to the NC District Court for District 10D Seat 3 and ran for re-election in 2024.","token":"9c551c88240a6ea2"},{"bio_snippet":"A. Melissa Boyd is a Criminal Court Judge who was elected in 2022 and will serve until 2030. She has a background in private practice, working in criminal, juvenile, and family law, as well as experience as an Assistant District Attorney and in the U.S. Air Force as a Military Police Sergeant. She holds a BBA in Finance from the University of Memphis and a JD from the University of Louisville School of Law. No negative information or community involvement is mentioned in the profile.","biography":"[https://dailymemphian.com/article/36125/](https://dailymemphian.com/article/36125/)\n\n[https://dailymemphian.com/subscriber/article/39177/shelby-county-criminal-court-melissa-boyd-division-9-reprimand](https://dailymemphian.com/subscriber/article/39177/shelby-county-criminal-court-melissa-boyd-division-9-reprimand)\n\n\nCriminal Court Judge\nYear Elected/Appointed\n2022\nPrevious Employment\nPrivate Practice: Criminal, Juvenile, Family Law\n\nAssistant District Attorney: Shelby County District Attorney General's Office, 30th Judicial District\n\nU.S. Air Force: SGT, Military Police\n\nEducation\nUniversity of Memphis, BBA - Finance\nUniversity of Louisville School of Law, JD","birthdate":null,"firstname":"A.","fullname":"A. Melissa Boyd","lastname":"Boyd","middlename":"Melissa","suffix":null,"summary":"A. Melissa Boyd is a Criminal Court Judge who was elected in 2022 and will serve until 2030. She has a background in private practice, working in criminal, juvenile, and family law, as well as experience as an Assistant District Attorney and in the U.S. Air Force as a Military Police Sergeant. She holds a BBA in Finance from the University of Memphis and a JD from the University of Louisville School of Law. No negative information or community involvement is mentioned in the profile.","token":"n2b9qb5Lkl"},{"bio_snippet":"Berlin F. Boyd is a public figure who has served as a Memphis City Council member from February 2015 to January 2020. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business from Colorado Technical University and has held various positions at FedEx Express and FedEx Logistics. Boyd has been involved in community leadership and civic engagement for over 20 years and has sponsored legislation for inner-city redevelopment and neighborhood stabilization. However, there have been concerns raised about conflicts of interest during his time on the Memphis City Council. He is currently running for the position of District 8 City Councilman in the upcoming election on October 5, 2023.","biography":"[https://www.linkedin.com/in/berlin-boyd-889339155/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/berlin-boyd-889339155/)\n\n[https://www.boydformemphis.com/](https://www.boydformemphis.com/)\n\n[https://ballotpedia.org/Berlin_Boyd](https://ballotpedia.org/Berlin_Boyd)\n\n[https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/the-901/2019/03/20/why-conflicts-memphis-councils-berlin-boyd-matter-9-01/3220863002/](https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/the-901/2019/03/20/why-conflicts-memphis-councils-berlin-boyd-matter-9-01/3220863002/)\n\n**Employment**\n\nFedEx Express: Managing Director (Nov 2021 - present)\n\nFedEx Express: Manager of Recruitment/Training (Mar 2021 - Nov 2021)\n\nFedEx Logistics: Manager of Real Estate/Properties (Mar 2020 - Mar 2021)\n\nFedEx Logistics: Real Estate Associate (August 2018 - March 2021)\n\nMemphis City Council member (Feb 2015 - Jan 2020)\n\n\n**Education**\n\nWhitehaven High School (1995)\n\nColorado Technical University - Bachelor of Science, International Business\n\n\n**Personal Statement**\n\nThird-generation Memphian seeking the position as your District 8 City Councilman. \n\nServed as the Memphis City Council Chairman for two consecutive years.\n\nSponsored legislation to rename Linden Avenue to Dr. M.L. King Jr. Avenue. \n\n20+ years of community leadership and civic engagement experience. \n\nEncourages and supports a more responsive government, greater citizen participation, and community empowerment.\n\nSponsored several legislative bills that spurred inner-city redevelopment and neighborhood stabilization. \n","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Berlin","fullname":"Berlin F. Boyd","lastname":"Boyd","middlename":"F.","suffix":null,"summary":"Berlin F. Boyd is a public figure who has served as a Memphis City Council member from February 2015 to January 2020. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business from Colorado Technical University and has held various positions at FedEx Express and FedEx Logistics. Boyd has been involved in community leadership and civic engagement for over 20 years and has sponsored legislation for inner-city redevelopment and neighborhood stabilization. However, there have been concerns raised about conflicts of interest during his time on the Memphis City Council. He is currently running for the position of District 8 City Councilman in the upcoming election on October 5, 2023.","token":"6k7qcx6I1t"},{"bio_snippet":"Incumbent Republican Carroll County commissioner for District 3, seeking re-election on the August 6, 2026 ballot.","biography":"## Current office and 2026 campaign\nBrandy Boyd is a Republican candidate for Carroll County Commission, District 3, on the August 6, 2026 ballot; the district elects two commissioners [1][2]. Boyd is one of the sitting District 3 commissioners [2].\n\n## Office history\nBoyd currently serves as a Carroll County commissioner for District 3 [2].\n\n## Sources\n[1] [Carroll County's 2026 Ballot Is Set - Carroll County Observer](https://carrollobserver.com/2026-carroll-county-election-candidates/) - accessed 2026-07-23\n[2] [Carroll County Commissioners - Carroll County, Tennessee](https://www.carrollcountytn.gov/county_commission.html) - accessed 2026-07-23","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Brandy","fullname":"Brandy Boyd","lastname":"Boyd","middlename":null,"suffix":null,"summary":"Incumbent Republican Carroll County commissioner for District 3, seeking re-election on the August 6, 2026 ballot.","token":"EVwqZ5szaT"},{"bio_snippet":"Republican incumbent Rutherford County Commissioner for District 12, a Smyrna native and retired UPS business manager seeking re-election in 2026.","biography":"## Current office and 2026 campaign\n\nCarl Boyd is the incumbent Rutherford County Commissioner for District 12 and is seeking re-election in 2026 as a Republican [1]. The district covers the eastern portion of Smyrna and part of La Vergne [1]. Boyd advanced from the May 5, 2026 primary to face Democrat Celest Davis in the August 6, 2026 general election [2]. He serves on the Public Works & Planning Committee, the Health & Education Committee, and the Purchasing Committee [1]. Boyd, a self-described conservative Republican, says he is running because \"we have to keep our property taxes as low as possible so our residents can afford to live here\" and points to the need to \"continue searching for innovative ways to control costs and growth to maintain our quality of life\" [1].\n\n## Background and education\n\nBoyd has lived in Rutherford County for more than 50 years [1]. He is a graduate of Smyrna High School and attended Middle Tennessee State University [1].\n\n## Career\n\nBoyd is a retired business manager from UPS, where he worked for 37 years [1].\n\n## Office history\n\nAs a sitting commissioner, Boyd has supported increased compensation for first responders and backed capital improvements including additions at Smyrna High School and La Vergne High School, with a focus on reducing portable classrooms [1].\n\n## Family\n\nBoyd is married to his wife, Karen, and they have three children [1]. He is a member of Highland Heights Church of Christ [1].\n\n## Sources\n\n[1] [Carl Boyd Announces Re-Election Bid for Rutherford County Commission District 12](https://www.wgnsradio.com/article/96551/carl-boyd-announces-re-election-bid-for-rutherford-county-commission-district-12) \u2014 accessed 2026-07-22\n[2] [Rutherford County Commission District 12 \u2014 VOTE411 Voter Guide](https://onyourballot.vote411.org/candidate-detail.do?id=71987702) \u2014 accessed 2026-07-22","birthdate":null,"firstname":"CARL","fullname":"CARL BOYD","lastname":"BOYD","middlename":null,"suffix":null,"summary":"Republican incumbent Rutherford County Commissioner for District 12, a Smyrna native and retired UPS business manager seeking re-election in 2026.","token":"EwbzGzW7xe"},{"bio_snippet":"","biography":null,"birthdate":null,"firstname":"CHRIS","fullname":"CHRIS BOYD","lastname":"BOYD","middlename":null,"suffix":null,"summary":null,"token":"SZfYhFAWGW"},{"bio_snippet":"Clark Boyd is a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives for District 46, first elected in 2018 and serving as Majority Whip.","biography":"## Current office and 2026 campaign\n\nClark Boyd is a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives representing District 46, having assumed office on January 11, 2018 [1][2]. His current term concludes on November 3, 2026 [1]. In the 2026 election cycle, Boyd is seeking re-election to the Tennessee House of Representatives and appears on the ballot for the Republican primary scheduled for August 6, 2026 [1].\n\nDuring the 2026 legislative session, Boyd was unanimously elected by the Tennessee House Republican Caucus to serve as majority whip, making him the fourth-ranking officer in the caucus [13]. In this capacity, he also chairs the Republican Caucus Campaign Committee [13]. Additionally, Boyd serves as Chairman of the House Consumer & Human Resources Committee, a role that makes him the most junior member of the House to chair a full committee [4].\n\n## Background and education\n\nClark Boyd was born on June 14, 1978, in Georgia [2]. He later resided in Lebanon, Tennessee, where he owns an insurance agency [1]. Boyd identifies as a conservative Christian and is a member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Lebanon, where he serves as a deacon [10].\n\nBoyd earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Learning with a minor in Military Science from East Tennessee State University [9].\n\n## Career\n\nClark Boyd is the owner and operator of an insurance agency in Lebanon, Tennessee [1]. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Learning with a minor in Military Science from East Tennessee State University [9]. Boyd self-describes as a veteran [3], though specific details regarding his military service are not provided in the available sources.\n\nIn addition to his business ownership, Boyd has served in various community leadership roles, including as a Scout Den Leader and Little League baseball coach [10]. He is a member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Lebanon, where he serves as a deacon and teaches Sunday School [10].\n\n## Office history\n\nClark Boyd was first elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives in 2017 and assumed office on January 11, 2018, representing District 46 [1][2][7]. He succeeded Mark Pody in the seat [2]. Boyd has been re-elected to subsequent terms, with his current term ending on November 3, 2026 [1]. As a state representative, he serves as the Whip for the Tennessee House Republican Caucus [9]. In February 2026, he was unanimously elected by the caucus to serve as Majority Whip for the 2026 legislative session, making him the fourth-ranking officer in the caucus and chairing the Republican Caucus Campaign Committee [13].\n\nDuring his tenure, Boyd has held significant committee leadership roles. He was named Chairman of the House Consumer & Human Resources Committee, becoming the most junior member of the House to chair a full committee at that time [4]. This 12-person committee is responsible for consumer and human resource issues as well as matters pertaining to Tennessee\u2019s workforce [4]. Prior to this appointment, he served on various committees during the 2021-2022 and 2023-2024 sessions [1].\n\nOutside of elected office, Boyd is a small business owner who operates an insurance agency in Lebanon, Tennessee [1][10]. He self-describes as a conservative Christian, veteran, husband, and father of two children [3][9].\n\n## Legislative record and accomplishments\n\nClark Boyd has served in the Tennessee House of Representatives since January 2018 [1]. During his tenure, he has held significant leadership roles within the chamber. In 2023 and 2024, he was appointed Chairman of the House Consumer & Human Resources Committee, a position that made him the most junior member of the House to chair a full committee at that time [4]. For the 2026 legislative session, Boyd was unanimously elected by the Tennessee House Republican Caucus to serve as Majority Whip, the fourth-ranking officer in the caucus, and chairs the Republican Caucus Campaign Committee [13].\n\nBoyd\u2019s legislative record includes voting on major conservative policy measures. He supported SB 263, which bans state and local government entities from enforcing mandates from international organizations such as the World Health Organization and the United Nations [12]. He also voted for HB 1237, which prohibits race-based membership in state regulatory and health boards [12], and SB 207, which established a $25 million Farmland Preservation Fund [12]. According to the Family Action Council of Tennessee\u2019s scorecard, Boyd supported legislation including SB 16/HB 1 (Tennessee Sports Gaming Act), SB 1257/HB 1029 (Human Life Protection Act), and SB 2196/HB 2263 (Governor Lee's Pro-Life Bill) [8].\n\nOn specific policy positions, Boyd has publicly opposed the construction of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in Lebanon, working with federal officials to stop the project [5]. He self-describes as a conservative Christian who prioritizes keeping taxes low and protecting individual rights [3]. His stated legislative priorities include advocating for women\u2019s sports and fighting against illegal immigration [11].\n\n## Business interests and wealth source\n\nClark Boyd is the owner and operator of an insurance agency located in Lebanon, Tennessee [1][10]. He self-describes as a small business owner and states that his full-time career involves running this agency alongside his service in the state legislature [3][10]. Boyd\u2019s wife, Jada, works as a teacher and school counselor [10].\n\nBoyd was born in Georgia on June 14, 1978, and resides in Lebanon with his wife and their two children, Wilson and Blair Ellen [2][10]. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Learning with a minor in Military Science from East Tennessee State University [9]. Boyd is a member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Lebanon, where he serves as a deacon [10].\n\nSpecific details regarding the source of family wealth, ownership stakes in other entities, or the sale of businesses are not provided in the available records. While Boyd has filed personal financial disclosures tracked by LegiStorm, the specific contents of these reports are not detailed in the provided sources [6].\n\n## Family\n\nBoyd self-describes as a husband and father [3]. He states that he has been married to his wife, Jada, for over 17 years [2][10]. The couple has two children, Wilson and Blair Ellen [10]. Boyd identifies himself as a conservative Christian [3] and a Southern Baptist [9].\n\n## Sources\n[1] [Clark Boyd - Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Clark_Boyd)\n[2] [Clark Boyd (politician) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clark_Boyd_(politician))\n[3] [Vote Clark Boyd | CONSERVATIVE | LEADERSHIP | SERVICE](https://voteclarkboyd.com/)\n[4] [Rep. Clark Boyd Named Committee Chairman | Vote Clark Boyd](https://voteclarkboyd.com/rep-clark-boyd-named-committee-chairman/)\n[5] [Tennessee House Republican opposes ICE detention facility for Lebanon | Chattanooga Times Free Press](https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/feb/24/tennessee-house-republican-opposes-ice-detention/)\n[6] [Tennessee State Rep. Clark Boyd - Biography | LegiStorm](https://www.legistorm.com/person/bio/282762/Clark_Boyd.html)\n[7] [State Representative Clark Boyd | BillTrack50](https://www.billtrack50.com/legislatordetail/22657)\n[8] [Rep. Clark Boyd - Family Action Council of Tennessee](https://scorecard.factennessee.org/representatives/clark-boyd)\n[9] [Representative Clark Boyd \u2014 Tennessee House Republican Caucus](https://tnhousegop.org/members/representative-clark-boyd/)\n[10] [State Representative Clark Boyd \u2013 Living Sent Ministries](https://livingsentministries.org/2021/05/31/representative-clark-boyd/)\n[11] [CLARK BOYD: Fighting for Wilson County values helps Tennessee lead the nation \u2014 Tennessee House Republican Caucus](https://tnhousegop.org/member-newsroom/2025/08/clark-boyd-fighting-for-wilson-county-values-helps-tennessee-lead-the-nation/)\n[12] [Clark Boyd House of Representatives District HD-046 Republican](https://thefreedomindex.org/tn/legislator/19515/votes/tn-scorecard-2024/pdf/scb/)\n[13] [Rep. Clark Boyd elected House Majority Whip \u2014 Tennessee House Republican Caucus](https://tnhousegop.org/press-releases/2026/02/rep-clark-boyd-elected-house-majority-whip/)","birthdate":"Wed, 14 Jun 1978 00:00:00 GMT","firstname":"Clark","fullname":"Clark Boyd","lastname":"Boyd","middlename":null,"suffix":null,"summary":"Clark Boyd is a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives for District 46, first elected in 2018 and serving as Majority Whip.","token":"hpxhcVWdoE"},{"bio_snippet":"","biography":null,"birthdate":null,"firstname":"James","fullname":"James H. Boyd","lastname":"Boyd","middlename":"H.","suffix":null,"summary":null,"token":"7oKNpYYfU5"},{"bio_snippet":"","biography":null,"birthdate":null,"firstname":"KENDRA","fullname":"KENDRA BOYD","lastname":"BOYD","middlename":null,"suffix":null,"summary":null,"token":"P87OugO8KY"},{"bio_snippet":"","biography":null,"birthdate":null,"firstname":"Mitchell","fullname":"Mitchell Boyd","lastname":"Boyd","middlename":null,"suffix":null,"summary":null,"token":"NyFhtz0KHF"},{"bio_snippet":"Trina V. Boyd is the Republican candidate for North Carolina House District 104 in the 2026 election, previously a 2022 Mecklenburg County commissioner candidate.","biography":"Trina V. Boyd is the Republican candidate for the North Carolina House of Representatives, District 104, in the November 3, 2026 general election. The race pits her against incumbent Democrat Brandon Lofton, and the Republican primary was canceled, allowing Boyd to advance directly to the general ballot [1].\n\nBoyd previously sought elected office as a Mecklenburg County Commissioner At\u2011Large. In the 2022 Democratic primary for that three\u2011seat position, she received 9.9% of the vote, finishing fifth among the candidates [1].\n\nHer campaign materials list a Charlotte address at 4425 Sharon Road, Suite 303, and a contact telephone number of (980)\u202f213\u20111290, indicating a local presence in the area she hopes to represent [12].\n\nWhile specific policy positions are not detailed in the available sources, Boyd\u2019s candidacy reflects an effort to shift District 104 from Democratic to Republican representation in the state legislature. The North Carolina House of Representatives serves as the lower chamber of the state\u2019s General Assembly, where members introduce and vote on state laws and serve on legislative committees [1].\n\nBoyd\u2019s public profile includes a portrait image hosted by Ballotpedia, which can be used for identification purposes [1].\n\n## Sources\n- [1] [Trina Boyd - Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/Trina_Boyd)\n- [12] [Vote-USA | Trina V. Boyd | Previous Candidate for County Commissioner At Large County Commissioner, County Commissioner At Large, Mecklenburg County, N.C.](https://vote-usa.org/intro.aspx?state=nc&id=ncboydtrinav)\n- [13] [Candidate Profiles \u2013 NC Voter Guide](https://ncvoterguide.org/profiles/)\n- [14] [North Carolina Democratic Voting Guide with Endorsements for Voters](https://bluevoterguide.org/state/north-carolina)","birthdate":null,"firstname":"Trina","fullname":"Trina Vernell Boyd","lastname":"Boyd","middlename":"Vernell","suffix":null,"summary":"Trina V. Boyd is the Republican candidate for North Carolina House District 104 in the 2026 election, previously a 2022 Mecklenburg County commissioner candidate.","token":"34e3ce3e735d45f9"}]