Ryan Mayberry

Ryan is from Hiddenite, North Carolina. He attended Wilkes Community College and Appalachian State University. He has an associate’s degree from Wilkes Community College and a bachelor’s degree from Appalachian State University.

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Believes the federal government overspends and overtaxes, saying, "Hard-working taxpayers deserve a government that is efficient and good stewards of the money provided by the citizens."

Said, "Under President Trump we had an economy with low gas prices and non-existent inflation... Now though, NC families are struggling... gas prices have nearly doubled, groceries are unaffordable, and the American Dream of young families buying their first home is unattainable."

As of January 2, 2026, Ryan Mayberry’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports an "all of the above" energy strategy, advocating for increased oil and coal production, offshore drilling, nuclear energy, and research and development for better power generation technology.

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Ryan Mayberry is from the Hiddenite Community of Alexander County, North Carolina. He has an associate degree from Wilkes Community College and a bachelor’s degree from Appalachian State University.

Ryan is a construction contractor and real estate developer. He owns his own construction company and works as a licensed real estate broker, helping clients buy and sell properties. He previously served three terms on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, including three years as chairman and three years as vice-chairman.

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Ryan Mayberry served three terms on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, including three years as chairman and three years as vice-chairman. He previously ran for the U.S. House to represent North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District in 2024 but did not win.

Believes the Federal Government spends too much and should be more efficient with taxpayer money.

Believes the economy is struggling under current policies, with rising gas prices, unaffordable groceries, and challenges for families to achieve homeownership.

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Supports an "all of the above" strategy for energy, advocating for increased oil production, coal mining, nuclear reactor construction, and investment in research and development for new technologies.

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Andrew Johnson

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Darren Warren

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Darren Warren's campaign for Alexander County Commissioner is his first entry into politics.

Supports spending cuts and tax cuts, including an eventual sunset on property tax.

Believes grants should be used to cut expenditures and local taxes, but criticizes their current use for expanding government and increasing taxes.

As of January 2, 2026, Darren Warren’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports a return to original zoning setbacks.

Larry Yoder

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Larry Yoder's campaign for Alexander County Commissioner in the Republican Primary is his first entry into politics.

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As of January 2, 2026, Larry Yoder’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Marty Loudermilt

Marty Loudermilt's campaign for Alexander County Board of Commissioners is his first time running for public office.

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As of January 2, 2026, Marty Loudermilt’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Marty Pennell

Marty is the owner and real estate broker at The Pennell Group. He also operates Pennell Construction Company.

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Alexander County, North Carolina, elections, 2022 - Ballotpedia

Marty Pennell is currently a member of the Alexander County Board of Commissioners representing Alexander County. He was first elected as a county commissioner in November 2018 and was re-elected in November 2022, and is currently serving his second term. He will serve as Chairman of the Board in 2025.

As of January 2, 2026, Marty Pennell’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Matt Dillow

As of January 2, 2026, Matt Dillow’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Michael Pennell

As of January 2, 2026, Michael Pennell’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ronnie L. Reese

Ronnie L. Reese ran for the Alexander County Board of Commissioners in 2022 but did not win.

As of January 2, 2026, Ronnie L. Reese’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- County Commissioners create and pass laws at the county-level. These laws show up in very tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay property and sales tax rates, public transportation, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
- County Commissioners can create, change, or abolish offices, positions, departments that are not required by law. 
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms, with no term limits. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.