Melissa J. Carpenter
Candidate for Fries Town Council
Background
- Occupation
- Business owner
Has lived in Fries for over 20 years and owns a business in town.
Photo: Candidate-submitted photo — Cardinal News voter guide
Documented positions
Economy & jobs
Supports attracting businesses, tourism and economic development.
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“Supporting and attracting local businesses, creating more opportunities for tourism and economic development”
Supports more community events for families and visitors.
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“I also want to see more community events and activities that bring people together”
Environment & parks
Supports making better use of the river and town assets.
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“finding ways to make better use of the river and other assets we already have are all priorities.”
Government & transparency
Supports a town government that listens and communicates openly.
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“I want our town government to listen to residents, communicate openly, and make decisions that benefit the entire community”
All sources (3)
- Candidate list, November 3, 2026 General Election: Grayson County (all offices)
Election filing · Virginia Department of Elections · elections.virginia.gov
- Sample ballot, General and Special Elections, November 3, 2026: County of Grayson, Town of Fries
Election filing · Grayson County Electoral Board · graysoncountyva.gov
- Cardinal News 2026 Virginia Voter Guide candidate questionnaire: Grayson County (ElectUp data feed)
Candidate questionnaire · Cardinal News · app.electup.com
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