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Where to vote, who's on the ballot in Honea Path's special election for mayor
Where to vote, who's on the ballot in Honea Path's special election for mayor

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time15-07-2025

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Where to vote, who's on the ballot in Honea Path's special election for mayor

The Town of Honea Path will vote on a new mayor on July 15. The special election was necessary following the resignation of former Mayor Christopher Burton on April 15. Burton was elected in 2019 and won reelection in 2023; his second term would have ended in 2027, but he stepped down due to an increased workload at Greenville Technical College, making it difficult for him to fulfill his duties as mayor. In the interim, town council member Jim Taylor was sworn in as mayor pro tem. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Early voting for this election concluded on July 11. Three candidates are running in the special election: Jimmy Smith, Luther Moon, and Tina Marie Scott. Here is a brief overview of the candidates running in the upcoming special mayoral election. Jimmy Smith was born and raised in the town of Honea Path and has deep roots in the community. He has been married to Marsha (Davis) Smith for 30 years, and together they have been active participants in local events and initiatives. Smith is committed to managing capital assets through a planned, systematic approach, including lease purchases, strict budget planning, and adherence to state compliance regulations. Luther Moon is a combat veteran, horseman, and businessman who is running for mayor with a focus on bringing accountability, smart growth, and respect for Honea Path's roots. As president of the Honea Path Merchants Association and founder of Honea Path Young Entrepreneurs, Moon has played a role in revitalizing Main Street through festivals, local events, and youth mentorship programs. In a statement, Moon stated that his campaign is not about politics. "It's about taking back our voices, building a future with transparency, fairness, and real accountability." "Whether you're a merchant, a parent, a student, or a retiree, your voice matters," Moon said. "As Mayor, I'll work to build a future we can all be proud of by listening to the people, restoring transparency, and bringing the town we love back to life from the inside out." Tina Marie Scott, who has dedicated 32 years to teaching in public schools, is once again vying for the mayoral seat in Honea Path. Previously, she ran against former Mayor Christopher Burton in 2023. During that race, Burton won with 57.8% of the vote, defeating Scott, who received 41.1%, with 1.10% of the vote coming from write-in votes. Despite her previous loss, Scott is back on the ballot for the upcoming special election. "If I'm elected mayor," Scott said, "I'd like to expand our youth programs to include mentoring, community service, town beautification projects, and leadership opportunities. These programs can teach responsibility, build pride in our town, and connect young people with positive role models." Chiquola Mill Precinct, located at Honea Path Elementary School, 806 E. Greer St. The Honea Path Precinct is located at Honea Path Middle School, 107 Brock Avenue. The Barker's Creek-McAdam's Precinct is housed at Barker's Creek Baptist Church, 3207 Hwy 252. The Broadmouth Precinct is also located at Barker's Creek Baptist Church, 3207 Hwy 252, Honea Path. The Keowee Precinct is also situated at Barker's Creek Baptist Church, 3207 Hwy 252, Honea Path. The next Honea Path Town Council Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 15 at 6 p.m.. The meeting will be held at the Watkins Community Center in the Town Hall Courtroom Chamber. The Town of Honea Path also has a Zoning Commission and Board meeting earlier in the same day, starting at 5 p.m. Contact the Anderson County voter registration and elections office at 864-260-4035 or visit the website at Travis Rose covers Anderson County for the Independent Mail. Reach him via email at trose@ This article originally appeared on Anderson Independent Mail: What to know about town of Honea Path's special mayoral election

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