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Election night in Beaufort County brought back familiar faces and added new faces to local positions of power.

Most notably, Tandy Dunn – after campaigning in multiple, previous elections – was elected to the Board of Beaufort County Commissioners. He will replace John Rebholz. Jerry E. Langley, Randy Walker and Hood Richardson kept their seats.

Walker took to social media posting on Wednesday, “It’s always a privilege to stand alongside those I’ve had the honor of helping in one way or another. Each of these individuals has played a vital role in making a difference in our community. As an Executive Committee member of the Republican Party, I’m proud of the work we’ve done together to support our shared values and goals,”

In addition, the Beaufort County Board of Education has two new members in Stacey Davis and Daniel Hudson. Davis defeated Hodges, a 40+ year incumbent, 62.24% to 37.76%. Daniel Hudson ran unopposed. He will replace Terry Draper. Eltha Booth, T.W. Allen and Carolyn Walker kept their seats. Walker ran unopposed.

The election brought a new face to the District Attorney’s office. With current D.A. Seth Edwards being elected as a judge for North Carolina Superior Court District 2 Seat 2, his term as District Attorney will be vacant. North Carolina Governor-elect Josh Stein will appoint Edwards’ replacement in January, and that person will complete the remaining two years of Edwards’ term as District Attorney. Edwards hopes Stein will choose Tom Anglim, Edwards’ Chief ADA, to be his replacement, he shared with the Daily News.

“A sincere thank you to all those early voters that circled my name on the ballot for superior court judge and to those who likewise will do so tomorrow. I fully realize how fortunate I am to be running unopposed for this new position and I look forward to transitioning to the bench in January. I want to offer my prayers for all the candidates who were brave enough to seek public office as only half of them will win tomorrow, from the local races all the way up to the POTUS,” Edwards posted to his professional Facebook profile on Monday.

Jonathan Jones will now serve as as a North Carolina District Judge in District 2. He is a former assistant district attorney who served Beaufort, Martin, Hyde, Washington and Tyrell counties.

Representative Keith Kidwell (R-Beaufort) will continue to serve in the North Carolina House of Representatives. “Thank you to all of the citizens of Beaufort, Hyde, Dare and Pamlico counties for placing your trust in me. I truly appreciate your work and support. I look forward to serving you for another 2 years,” Kidwell posted to social media on Tuesday.

New to the North Carolina Senate, Sen. Bob Brinson was elected to serve a full term. He filled Sen. Jim Perry’s vacant seat when the senator stepped down earlier this year.

“I am humbled and grateful to the citizens of Beaufort, Craven, and Lenoir Counties for electing me to be your State Senator. I look forward to continuing to serve you and working with my colleagues in the Senate for the betterment of our communities and our state. My service requires your trust and confidence and thank you for placing it in me. I hope to live up to it every day. If I can be of assistance, please contact me at bob.brinson@ncleg.gov or (919) 733-5621,” Brinson shared in a comment sent to news outlets.

Continuing with state leaders – Josh Stein was elected as North Carolina’s next governor, Rachel Hunt the next lieutenant governor and Jeff Jackson as the next attorney general. Elaine Marshall will serve as North Carolina’s secretary of state and Maurice (Mo) Green was elected as the next superintendent of public instruction.

The governor-elect sent out a statement on Tuesday night that read, “Tonight, North Carolinians resoundingly embraced a vision that’s optimistic, forward-looking, and welcoming. We have big challenges in front of us – from rebuilding western North Carolina to investing in our public schools and protecting our personal freedoms. But I know we will go further when we go together – not as Democrats, not as Republicans, not as Independents, but as North Carolinians. Thank you to every North Carolinian who made your voice heard. I am honored beyond measure that you have elected me to be your next Governor.”

Representative Greg Murphy, M.D. will continue to serve residents in Beaufort County and ten other surrounding counties in the U.S. House of Representatives third district.

In Beaufort County, President-elect Donald J. Trump won 65.19% to Vice President Kamala Harris’ 33.95%. Around 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, national news outlets began projecting Trump to win nationwide. Maine, Nevada, Arizona and Alaska are still reporting. Trump is expected to Nevada, Arizona and Alaska, but Harris is supposed to win Maine.

Trump’s campaign shared on Wednesday afternoon,  “President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris spoke by phone earlier today where she congratulated him on his historic victory. President Trump acknowledged Vice President Harris on her strength, professionalism, and tenacity throughout the campaign, and both leaders agreed on the importance of unifying the country.” – Steven Cheung, Trump Campaign Communications Director.