Richmond County, North Carolina 2026 election

On November 3, 2026, Richmond County elects its sheriff, county commissioner, clerk of superior court and special district board members: 4 races, 12 candidates.

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Statewide races on the North Carolina ballot

Every North Carolina ballot also has 1 statewide race: U.S. Senate.

County offices

3 races · 10 candidates

Clerk of Superior Court

Vickie Daniel Democratic

County Commissioner

Cameron Wright Democratic
Jason R. Gainey Republican
Justin Dawkins Republican
Laverne Schultz Republican
Linda S. Ross Democratic
Michael Legrand Unaffiliated
Terry Lewis Republican

Sheriff

Mark B. Gulledge Republican
Tahid "Ty" Rucker Democratic

Special districts

1 race · 2 candidates

Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisor

Johnny McInnis
Kenneth J. Hill