Two contested races after first week of municipal filing – THE RANT

J.D. is currently a councilman on the Sanford City Council, representing Ward 3. 

As of July 22, 2025, J.D. Williams did not have a website or any information online.

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Christopher Petty has an associate's degree in business from Sandhills Community College.

Christopher is a real estate broker for Siler Realty.

Two more candidates emerge as filing closes – THE RANT

Christopher's campaign for Sanford City Council Member, Ward 3, is his first entry into politics. 

As of July 22, 2025, Christopher Petty did not have a website or any information online.

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