County And State Levels Had No Official Record Of Monterey Voting Wards
A lack of documentation at both state and county levels led to asking Monterey to adopt its official voting district lines Monday night. Those lines had appeared on paper maps long used by the Election’s Office. The lines disappeared when the county moved to digital maps. Administrator Michele Honeycutt discovered the issue when reviewing maps […]
Jackson Election Commission Hires McMillan As New Administrator
The Jackson County Election Commission has selected Drew McMillan to take over as Election Administrator. McMillan said community trust and running an honest operation are important to him in the new role. “I’ve always wanted to be heavily involved in the community of Jackson County,” McMillan said. “I love it here and, I love the […]
Jackson Election Commission Searching For New Administrator
Jackson County is searching for a new elections administrator. Clay Thaxton left the position for a new job opportunity after eight years in the role. Election Commission Chair Jim Pappas said applications are due by noon Wednesday at the county courthouse. “We would like to have somebody that has pretty near the same qualifications that […]
Election Commission Appointments Made In Tennessee Counties
Election Commission Appointments have been made in Tennessee for each county. The following members will make up each county’s election commission. Putnam: R Philip Duane Adams R David Alan Dukes R William (Bill) Fred Prall D Wendy McCown-Williams D Amos Scott Powers Overton: R Lawrence Alvin Duewer R Kelly Hull R Cathryn McNeely-Murphy D Jack […]
Election Workers Still In Need
Local elections officials say they continue to need election day workers. Election administrators we spoke to said numerous workers have declined this year because of COVID. White County Elections Administrator Dorcas Marcum said she wants people to still apply and get training in case anyone gets sick. Marcum said word of mouth and the state’s […]
Livingston Election To Be Decided In May
The Overton County Election Commission will take the Town of Livingston’s vote to hold June municipal elections under consideration at its next meeting. Election Administrator Craig Story said the commission will have input from a number of sources to help make a decision. “I think what will happen is the Election Commission, in light of […]
Election Commission Plans for August
The Putnam County Election Commission will prepare to hold an election in the time of COVID-19 and social distancing. The commission discussed possible preparations at its Wednesday meeting. Election Administrator Michele Honeycutt said the planning will ensure the health of voters even if conditions change by August. “We have been on conference calls with the […]
