Peoria Councilwoman Jackson, Littleton Mayor Schlachter, Cocke County Mayor Mathis Seek Re-elections

Several local officials are announcing their re-election campaigns as various elections approach across the country. In Peoria, incumbent Denise Jackson is running for a second term on the City Council against challenger James Kemper, who advocates for reducing bureaucratic hurdles for businesses. Littleton Mayor Kyle Schlachter is also seeking re-election, emphasizing community safety and improved infrastructure as key priorities. Cocke County Mayor Rob Mathis, elected in 2022, highlighted job creation and unemployment reduction as critical focuses in his re-election bid. Meanwhile, former D.C. councilmember Trayon White, recently expelled due to a bribery charge, is teasing a campaign for his old seat despite facing serious legal challenges. These developments reflect a range of local governance issues as elections loom.