Education, hard work, economic development, and community service are his focus areas. Originally from neighboring Lenoir County, Emory and his wife settled on her Jones County family farm in 1980. He actively served the community as a volunteer firefighter, assistant chief, and EMT.

Frank Emory – American Flood Coalition

Originally from neighboring Lenoir County, Emory and his wife settled on her Jones County family farm in 1980. He actively served the community as a volunteer firefighter, assistant chief, and EMT.

Emory’s commitment extends to youth development through scouting, Habitat for Humanity, and river clean-up efforts.

Emory serves on several local boards and committees, including the Civilian Military Community Council at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Residing in Tuckahoe Township with his wife, Phoebe Jones Emory, a lifelong Jones County resident, Emory is a proud parent and grandparent to three sons and seven grandchildren.

Frank Emory is originally from neighboring Lenoir County and settled on his wife's family farm in Jones County in 1980. He served as a volunteer firefighter, assistant chief, and emergency medical technician. He lives in Tuckahoe Township with his wife, Phoebe Jones Emory, and has three sons and seven grandchildren.

Frank Emory - American Flood Coalition

Frank Emory
County Commissioner of Jones County, North Carolina

Jones County Commission Chairman Frank Emory is a licensed general contractor, minister, real estate agent, and high school teacher, and was first elected as a Jones County Commissioner in 2002.

Frank is a licensed general contractor, minister, real estate agent, and high school teacher.

Frank Emory - Chairman

femory@jonescountync.gov

Board of Commissioners – Jones County, North Carolina

Jones County Commission Chairman Frank Emory is a licensed general contractor, minister, real estate agent, and high school teacher, and was first elected as a Jones County Commissioner in 2002. With 17 years of service, including 7 years as board chair, Emory prioritizes fiscal conservatism, ensuring taxpayer dollars enhance the county’s value.

District 5: Frank Emory (R)* defeated Gena Metts Torrence (unaffiliated), 58.3–41.6%.

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JONES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DISTRICT 5 (VOTE FOR 1)

Frank Emory	REP	438 - 100% - Winner

2022 Election: Jones County Results

Frank currently serves as a Jones County commissioner representing District 5. He was first elected in 2002 and won reelection in 2018 and 2022.

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Originally from neighboring Lenoir County, Emory and his wife settled on her Jones County family farm in 1980. He actively served the community as a volunteer firefighter, assistant chief, and EMT.

Residing in Tuckahoe Township with his wife, Phoebe Jones Emory, a lifelong Jones County resident, Emory is a proud parent and grandparent to three sons and seven grandchildren.

Frank Emory is originally from neighboring Lenoir County. He lives in Tuckahoe Township with his wife, Phoebe Jones Emory, and is a parent of three sons and a grandparent of seven.

Jones County Commission Chairman Frank Emory is a licensed general contractor, minister, real estate agent, and high school teacher, and was first elected as a Jones County Commissioner in 2002. With 17 years of service, including 7 years as board chair, Emory prioritizes fiscal conservatism, ensuring taxpayer dollars enhance the county’s value. Education, hard work, economic development, and community service are his focus areas.

Frank Emory is a licensed general contractor, minister, real estate agent, and high school teacher.

JONES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DISTRICT 5 (VOTE FOR 1)

Frank Emory REP 438 - 100% - Winner

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Frank Emory - Chairman

femory@jonescountync.gov
252-560-3025
8466 Hwy 41 W
Richlands, NC 28574

Frank currently serves as a Jones County commissioner for District 5. He was first elected in 2002.

Prioritizes fiscal conservatism in county spending to provide greater value for taxpayers.

Frank is currently a Jones County Commissioner.

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Supports fiscal conservatism and ensuring taxpayer dollars enhance county value.

Frank is currently a Jones County Commissioner. He was first elected in 2002 and has served 17 years.

Frank Emory is from Lenoir County, North Carolina. He and his wife, Phoebe Jones Emory, have three sons and seven grandchildren.

Prioritizes fiscal conservatism, ensuring taxpayer dollars enhance the county’s value.

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