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Apr 27 2007
12:47:pm
By: R. Neal shortURL
Because of the charter and term limits turmoil, there is increased interest among grassroots candidates in running for Knox County elected offices.
Courtesy of Greg Mackay, Knox County Administrator of Elections, here's a candidate's guide with everything you need to know about running for office in Knox County. It covers filing forms and procedures, deadlines, campaign finance, and more, with links to state and local resources for candidates.
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