Wes Orton
Candidate for Council Member, City of Lawrenceburg, Seat 4, unexpired 2-year term
Background
- Occupation
- Real estate broker; insurance agent
Appointed to the Lawrenceburg City Council in August 2026 to fill Darryl Watson's former seat until the election. He founded Orton Realty Group and runs a Farmers Insurance agency.
Photo: Lawrence County Advocate (City of Lawrenceburg release)
Documented positions
Housing
Supports growth that keeps Lawrenceburg a special place.In office
Said on his appointment, in a City of Lawrenceburg release.
ReportLawrenceburg City Council Fills VacancyNews coverage · Lawrence County Advocate (Main Street Media of Tennessee) · Aug 17, 2026 · mainstreetmediatn.com
“doing my part to help Lawrenceburg continue to grow while preserving the qualities that make it a special place to call home”
All sources (3)
- November 3, 2026 State & Federal General Election sample ballot, with the Lawrenceburg, Ethridge and St. Joseph city elections (Lawrence County)
Election filing · Lawrence County Election Commission · lawrencecountytn.gov
- Ballot Set for Nov. 3 City Elections
News coverage · Lawrence County Advocate (Main Street Media of Tennessee) · Aug 24, 2026 · mainstreetmediatn.com
- Lawrenceburg City Council Fills Vacancy
News coverage · Lawrence County Advocate (Main Street Media of Tennessee) · Aug 17, 2026 · mainstreetmediatn.com
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