The local AARP chapter has organized an event today that will allow voters to meet candidates for Anderson County mayor and sheriff.
It starts at 1 p.m. at the Oak Ridge Senior Center. Those who attend are encouraged to bring a snack.
Candidates for mayor include the incumbent, Terry Frank, a Republican first elected in August 2012; her GOP opponent, Commissioner Zach Bates; and Democrat Jim Hackworth, a former state representative. [Read more…]