Ken Smith Runs for Pender County Commissioner

In Pender County, Ken Smith will face Demetrice A. Keith for the Board of Commissioners District 4 seat in the upcoming election, with early voting starting on October 17. Both candidates emphasize infrastructure needs, with Keith focusing on transportation and water access, while Smith highlights road updates and stormwater management. Meanwhile, Assistant District Attorney Jason Smith challenges newly appointed District Attorney Rebecca Zimmer Donaldson in New Hanover and Pender counties, with both candidates outlining their priorities for the district attorney's office. In Skagit County, incumbent commissioners Ron Wesen and Peter Browning will defend their seats against challengers, with Wesen advocating for agricultural interests and responsible spending. Greene County races remain largely uncontested, with most incumbents running unopposed except for the Commissioner 2nd District position, which features incumbent Russell and challenger McGrady focusing on transparency and infrastructure improvements. The elections will culminate on November 5, with absentee ballots due by October 29.