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County Recorder, Knox County

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1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The county recorder keeps deeds, mortgages and other property records.

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Government & transparency

  • Vickie S BottomsRepublican

    • Pledges to keep the recorder's office running efficiently
    • Pledges continued service to title companies and attorneys

  • Lisa A RitterskampDemocratic

    • Pledges preservation and proper maintenance of legal documents
    • Proposes genealogy partnerships with library, McGrady-Brockman House
    • Pledges a welcoming, accessible recorder's office

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