Sheriff candidates prioritize staffing, training and interagency partnerships

Feb 7, 2026

Three Republican candidates for Rockingham County sheriff — Darren Wright, Billy Parker and Brian Harbour — emphasized training, retention and partnerships with federal and regional agencies to address drugs, violent crime and jail oversight. Candidates urged cooperation with county commissioners for compensation reforms.

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The sheriff’s contest featured three candidates who framed public safety as a combination of people, training and interagency cooperation.

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