2025 North Carolina General Election

Craig Warren

Walter Ley

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Craig Warren is a lifelong resident of Newton Grove. He retired as a transportation consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction after 30 years. He lives with his wife, a retired Johnston County Board of Education member, and their daughter, Brittany, a school teacher in Nash County. He attends St. Paul Free Will Baptist Church in Newton Grove.

Craig is currently the mayor of Newton Grove. He was first elected in 2023 and is serving his first term. Before becoming mayor, Craig served on the Newton Grove Town Council from 2020 to 2023.

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

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- 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.