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SMITH COUNTY \u2013 Smith County Judge Neal Franklin announced on Thursday morning that he will be running for reelection in the upcoming Republican primary election.<\/p>\nSMITH COUNTY \u2013 Smith County Judge Neal Franklin announced on Thursday morning that he will be running for reelection in the upcoming Republican primary election.<\/p>\n
Franklin, a native of Smith County, has been the Smith County Judge since 2022. According to our news partner KETK, his tenure has been focused on promoting economic growth, providing taxpayer relief, and fostering community partnerships.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt has been an incredible honor to serve as your Smith County Judge,\u201d Franklin said. \u201cTogether, we\u2019ve attracted new employers like Yellawood and Amazon, bringing hundreds of jobs and tens of millions of dollars in investment to Smith County. That means more opportunities for our residents, and it means relieving pressure on working families and seniors by expanding the tax base.\u201d<\/p>\n
While announcing his plans to run for reelection, Franklin emphasized the current growth in Smith County.\u201dIt doesn\u2019t happen by accident, but through partnerships and smart, accountable investments in essential services, public safety, and quality-of-life projects,\u201d Franklin said.<\/p>\n
The Republican primary election is scheduled to take place in March 2026.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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