John Whichard

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John ran for an at-large seat on the Halifax County Board of Commissioners in 2020 but did not win.

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

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Chuck Hasty

Chuck Hasty has an associate's degree in criminal justice technology from Halifax Community College and a bachelor's degree in criminal justice administration from Columbia Southern University. He is married to his wife, Tonya, and they have three children together. He is a member of Victory Baptist Church. Chuck Hasty lives in Roanoke Rapids.

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Chuck previously worked as a law enforcement officer for the Town of Halifax. He was terminated from that position in 2021.

Chuck Hasty is currently the chief of police for the Roanoke Rapids Police Department. He has served in law enforcement for over 30 years.

Supports pay increases for county employees.

Supports tourism in Halifax County through attractions like the Haliwa-Saponi Tribe’s Pow-Wow, Medoc Mountain State Park, and Roanoke Rapids Lake.

Supports the development of public services that support lifelong learning, recreation, and quality of life.

Supports renovations for Weldon High School.

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

Supports working with federal, state, and local governments, as well as private and public partnerships, to improve county infrastructure.

Wants to safeguard the "natural beauty of Halifax County — land, water, and air — for our kids and grandkids."

Sammy Davis Webb

Republican enters House District 27 race - RRSpin

Sammy Davis Webb is currently a county commissioner on the Halifax County Board of Commissioners representing Halifax County. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term.

Halifax County, North Carolina, elections, 2022 - Ballotpedia

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For Candidate Sammy Davis Webb on Issue economy: Believes job creation is essential and opposes government programs that promote idleness.

As of January 2, 2026, Sammy Davis Webb’s website did not contain information on this issue.

For Candidate Sammy Davis Webb on Issue public-safety:  
Questions the fairness of charging individuals for possession of certain amounts of substances.

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