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Marie lives in Blackshear with her husband, Carlton. They have two children.

Marie is the owner of Rainge Memorial Chapel, Inc.

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Marie's campaign for Blackshear Mayor is her first entry into politics.

As of September 3, 2025, Marie S. Rainge did not have a website or any information online.

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Marie S. Rainge

Marie S. Rainge's campaign for Blackshear Mayor is her first entry into politics.

Marie lives in Blackshear with her husband Carlton. They have two children.

Marie is the owner of Rainge Memorial Chapel.

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As of September 3, 2025, Marie S Rainge did not have a website or any information online.

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Harris versus Brooks for Blackshear Mayor

Gena's campaign for Blackshear Mayor is her first entry into politics.

As of September 3, 2025, Gena Harris did not have a website or any information online.

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As of September 3, 2025, Keith Brooks did not have a website or any information online.

As mayor, supported the City of Blackshear's application for a OneGeorgia infrastructure grant to fund water, sewer, street, and drainage improvements for the Pinehurst Village development.

- As mayor, supported the City of Blackshear's application for a OneGeorgia infrastructure grant to fund water, sewer, street, and drainage improvements for the Pinehurst Village development.

Keith Brooks

Keith is the incumbent mayor of Blackshear.

As mayor, supported the City of Blackshear's receipt of a OneGeorgia infrastructure grant for water, sewer, street, and drainage improvements.

As mayor, supported the development of Pinehurst Village by securing a $2.45 million OneGeorgia infrastructure grant for water, sewer, street, and drainage improvements.

- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor runs the city day to day and prepares the budget each year, meaning that they propose how much funding goes to each city department, including the police department, city parks, transportation, and the fire department. 
- The mayor also hires the Police Chief, Fire Chief, and city department heads, such as City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation. 
- Most Georgia mayors are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 