Candidate for New Kent County Sheriff: Joe McLaughlin Jr.

Experience: Completing four-year term as New Kent Sheriff, 38 years of experience with New Kent County Sheriff’s Office, continued community involvement.

Reason for running: “I enjoy the job, this county, and the people I serve. I feel like New Kent is the best county in the state. I am proud of the people I work with not only in this county, but in public safety.”

Why people should vote for you: “I feel like that as an office, we are making a true difference in the community. I want to continue to ensure having safety in our county by working with other sheriffs in our region to provide programs and services that will benefit our citizens.”