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Erwin Alderman · Nov 3, 2026

Ryan
Blankenship

Ryan Blankenship is running for Erwin Alderman in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 7 candidates are running for 3 seats.

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Nov 3Election Day

The race · Alderman

  1. 01Michael BakerIncumbent
  2. 02Ryan BlankenshipYou’re reading
  3. 03Jeff Canon
  4. 04Cathy J. HuskinsIncumbent
  5. 05Eleana Pate
  6. 06Angela Wilcox VaughnIncumbent
  7. 07Dustin Walden
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Has worked four years in city and county government and has experience in building and codes inspection. He says he has helped develop and write ordinances.
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Independent Candidate

Seven candidates are on the ballot for three alderman seats: Michael Baker, Ryan Blankenship, Jeff Canon, Cathy J. Huskins, Eleana Pate, Angela Wilcox Vaughn and Dustin Walden. Unicoi County Election Commission

On the record: Ryan Blankenship

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01Property taxes1 sourced position

  • Said property owners should not carry the whole cost of town services and the town should broaden its economic base so costs are shared more fairly.

    Property owners are important members of Erwin, but they should not be expected to carry all the weight.”

    Own statementJohnson City Press (Erwin Record) · Oct 13, 2026Link

02Economic development1 sourced position

  • Wants to support small businesses and make it easier for local entrepreneurs to open, grow and succeed in Erwin.

    I want to support small businesses and make it easier for local entrepreneurs to open, grow, and succeed here.”

    Own statementJohnson City Press (Erwin Record) · Oct 13, 2026Link

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