Candidates for election file in large numbers

(By Leslie Bray Evans, The Stokes News) - The three-week filing period for those who wish to run for political office this year has been a busy one. When filing ended at noon on Friday, February 26, large numbers of candidates had thrown their hats into the ring to be on the ballot in November 2010. Because of the multiple filings, many candidates who have been unopposed in past elections will also be on the primary ballot in May.

One race that is still unopposed is the contest for Stokes County Clerk of Court. Incumbent Jason Tuttle, a Republican from King, will be the only name on the ballot on Tuesday, November 2.

The race for county commissioner looks to be a fierce one. Only three seats are available, and already nine people have signed up to run. Richard E. Newsome and incumbent Stanley E. Smith, both of King, won’t have to worry about the primary vote, since they are the only two Democrats running.