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Rickey R. Dandridge
Independent · Virginia · 2026Rickey R. Dandridge, who retired in 2026 as a major after 44 years with the Hanover County Sheriff's Office, is running for sheriff in the November 2026 special election, per his campaign site. The special election follows the retirement of Sheriff David R. Hines.
Priorities
- Ethical leadership and accountability, managing taxpayer resources responsibly, per the campaign site
- Public safety focused on current challenges facing Hanover residents, per the campaign site
- Community engagement through groups such as Special Olympics Virginia and Crime Stoppers, per the campaign site
On the ballot
Sheriff, Hanover County · Virginia · 2026
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