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Justin Cofer announces run for Knox County Commission at‑large seat 10, pledges fiscal oversight

Campaign announcement / candidate remarks · April 7, 2026
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Justin Cofer announced he is seeking the Republican nomination for Knox County Commission at‑large seat 10, emphasizing independent reviews of county spending, caution on federal grants, and priorities of public safety, education and roads.

Justin Cofer announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Knox County Commission at‑large seat 10, saying Knox County needs "fewer slogans and better solutions to hard questions." He framed his campaign around three guiding principles: integrity, accountability and priorities.

Cofer said one of his first priorities would be to commission a full independent outside cost‑and‑value analysis of county spending, not an internal review, "so you know exactly what you're getting for your money."…

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