NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL ASSEMBLY: REPRESENTATIVE HUGH BLACKWELL

Hugh previously worked as an attorney. He served as a Reserve in the U.S. Army. 

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Hugh Blackwell is a State Representative for District 86. He was elected in 2009 and is serving his eighth term. He is currently the chair of the Education (K-12) and Judiciary III Committees, as well as the vice chair of the Appropriations on Education Committee.

As of June 14, 2024, Hugh Blackwell did not have a website or any information online.

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Gena is from Morganton, North Carolina, and attended Morganton High School. She studied nursing at Western Piedmont Community College. She currently lives in Glen Alpine. 

Gena is retired. She previously worked as a Registered Nurse for Easterseals, a non-profit organization, and the University of North Carolina Health at Blue Ridge. 

Ballotpedia, Gena Singleton

Gena Singleton's campaign for State Representative representing District 86 is her first run for public office. 

As of June 14, 2024, Gena Singleton did not have a website or any information online.

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