Candidate Profile: Derek Reason (Newport News Treasurer)
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Candidate Profile: Sanu Dieng Cooper (Newport News Treasurer)
Name: Derek Reason
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Following the announcement of the longtime Treasurer Marty Eubank retiring, 10 On Your Side reached out to all of the Treasurer candidates running in this race. Above is a shortened video addressing their goals, experience, changes and community outreach.
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