2025 North Carolina General Election

Beth Holmes

Walter Ley

Holmes sworn in | The Mitchell News, Spruce Pine, North Carolina

Beth is currently a member of the Spruce Pine Town Council. She was sworn in in November 2024.

Believes Mitchell County's high unemployment rate and job losses are a result of Hurricane Helene's impact.

Economy

As of September 4, 2025, Beth Holmes’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Services

Believes Mitchell County, which has the state's highest unemployment rate, will continue to see job losses.

Housing & Urban Development

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

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.