2025 North Carolina General Election

Phillip Hearne

Walter Ley

Phillip Hearne (Mayor of Candor, North Carolina, candidate 2025 ...

Phillip Hearne is running for election for Mayor of Candor in North Carolina. Hearne is on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025.

As of September 4, 2025, Phillip Hearne did not have a website or any information online.

Economy

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Housing & Urban Development

As mayor, expressed disappointment over the firing of four police officers in Candor and emphasized the importance of maintaining public trust in law enforcement.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Education

- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor attends and runs City Council meetings, serving as an important leader for how local laws get set. These laws affect local services, such as Police, City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation.  
- The Mayor in some circumstances may vote to break a tie in council meetings. They do not have veto power.