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David "Doodlum" Ward Jr. is from Meriwether County, Georgia. He lives with his wife, Melanie, and their two children in Woodbury, Georgia.

David's campaign for Meriwether County Commission, District 3, is his first run for public office. 

David owns and operates Doodlum's Barbecue and Fruit Stand. He previously worked in construction.

Supports responsible growth that maintains community character.

- Supports responsible growth that maintains community character.

Economy

Promises to expand the recreation department.

- Promises to expand the recreation department.

Public Services

As of March 11, 2026, David "Doodlum" Ward Jr.’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Housing & Urban Development

Advocates for increased resources and pay for law enforcement and first responders.

- Advocates for increased resources and pay for law enforcement and first responders.

Public Safety

- Supports regular maintenance for roads.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

David "Doodlum" Ward Jr.

David Ward is from Woodbury, Georgia. He lives with his wife, Melanie, and two children. 

David owns and operates Doodlum's Barbecue and Fruit Stand. He previously worked in construction. 

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Emmett Collins is originally from Manchester, Georgia. He earned a degree from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. He lives in Woodbury, Georgia.

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Emmett currently serves as a member of the Meriwether County Commission District 3 in Georgia. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term.

As of March 11, 2026, Emmett Collins did not have a website or any information online.

Emmett Collins

Emmett Collins currently serves as a member of the Meriwether County Commission District 3 in Georgia. He was first elected in 2022 and is serving his first term.

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- County Commissioners create and pass laws at the county-level. These laws show up in very tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay in property and sales taxes, public transportation, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms in staggered years. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.

Meriwether County Commissioner, District 3, Republican Primary

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