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Who is running for Polk County elections in 2026?

Des Moines Register 21 Mar 2026
Polk County Board of Supervisors ... Three seats on the Polk County Board of Supervisors are up for grabs in the 2026 election ... Also on the ballot are candidates for Polk County attorney, recorder and treasurer ... Polk County recorder.
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Polk County actions again prompt questions | Letters

Des Moines Register 19 Mar 2026
Polk County actions again prompt questionsIf Jesse Ventura could balance a budget, so can weDivisions threaten our nation. Polk County actions again prompt questions. Why is it that anytime the Polk ...
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Longtime Polk County Recorder Julie Haggerty will not seek reelection

Des Moines Register 18 Mar 2026
Polk County Board of Supervisors ... Polk County Recorder Julie Haggerty is retiring after nearly two decades in office ... Lisa Chiodo, who serves as deputy recorder in Polk County, announced her candidacy Wednesday for the role.
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The brackets are set. Help us decide Polk County's best barbecue

News Chief 18 Mar 2026
The brackets are set, and it's time for the head-to-head competition to decide Polk County's best barbecue ... It's barbecue season in Polk, so bring on the burnt ends, ribs, brisket and more.
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What's Happening Around Polk County?

Walker & Catoosa County News 18 Mar 2026
Rockmart’s WelshFest returns to downtown Rockmart on Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m ... each day. ONGOING ... Polk Family Connection meets at 10 a.m. every fourth Tuesday of the month except for July and December at One Door Polk, 424 N ... ....
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Crowds turn out to honor fallen Polk County soldier on trek home

The Ledger 18 Mar 2026
Members of Khork’s family, accompanied by Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, then approached the casket, placing hands upon it and bowing their heads.
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Who's running: Nendra Wofford, Polk County BOE District 4

Walker & Catoosa County News 17 Mar 2026
I’m Nendra Wofford, a proud Cedartown native, mother, and community leader running to represent District 4 on the Polk County Board of Education ... County ... District 4 — Polk County Board of Education.
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Who's running: Johnny Crawford, Polk County Commission District 2

Walker & Catoosa County News 17 Mar 2026
My name is Johnny Crawford, and I have lived in Polk County for 55 years ... Polk County has shaped my life from childhood to adulthood, and the people here have been my neighbors, customers, and friends for decades.
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Who's running: Chip Popham, Polk County Commission District 1

Walker & Catoosa County News 17 Mar 2026
My wife and I were raised in Polk County and have chosen to raise our five children here ... We are fully vested in Polk County and only want the best for all ... I have worked at Polk County Public Service, Inc ... Proud to be Polk County!.
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Who's running: Forrest McCombs Jr., Polk County BOE District 2

Walker & Catoosa County News 17 Mar 2026
has officially qualified as a candidate for a seat on the Polk County Board of Education, bringing with him a lifelong commitment to the community and a strong background in youth development, education, and leadership ... ....
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Who's running: David McElwee, Polk County Commission District 1

Walker & Catoosa County News 17 Mar 2026
Upon retiring from military service in 2013, David began a new chapter as the Assistant County Manager in Polk County, Georgia, where he served for three years ... the Polk County Board of Commissioners.
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