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Magistrate, Christian County

3rd Magisterial District

Vote for
1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: Magistrates sit on the Christian County Fiscal Court with the county judge/executive: they adopt the county budget, set tax levies, pass ordinances and oversee county roads, buildings and finances. Each is elected by the voters of one magisterial district.

On the ballot in the C101, C102, C103, C104, C105 and C106 precincts (sample ballot).

Public safety

Economy & jobs

  • Faith WatkinsDemocratic

    No documented position found.

  • George BarnettRepublican

    • Supports diversifying industry and helping existing businesses expand

Roads & infrastructure

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