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Larry Yoder and his wife, Hazel Adams Yoder, live in Taylorsville. He is a graduate of Lincolnton High School and attended Western Carolina University, Gaston College, and Catawba Valley Community College. Larry is a member of First Baptist Church.

Larry is employed in the transportation sector. 



Larry Yoder's campaign for Alexander County Commissioner in the Republican Primary is his first entry into politics.

Yoder Announces Bid For N.C. House

Larry previously served as an Alexander County Commissioner from 2004-2016. He was re-elected in November 2018 and again in November 2022. He served as Vice-Chairman for 2025.

As of January 2, 2026, Larry Yoder did not have a website or any information online.

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Larry Yoder

Yoder previously served as an Alexander County Commissioner from 2004-2016. He was re-elected in November 2018 and again in November 2022. He served as Vice-Chairman for 2025.

As of January 2, 2026, Larry Yoder’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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