Union County, North Carolina

Union County Sheriff

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One candidate is tracked for Union County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Eddie Cathey. Candidate information follows official Union County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

Incumbent Republican Eddie Cathey filed with no primary or general-election opposition. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

Eddie Cathey

Republican

Cathey has served as Union County sheriff since 2002 and has more than 45 years in law enforcement, per The Charlotte Weekly. No campaign website or questionnaire response was found as of September 8, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Eddie Cathey.

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Candidate roster from official Union County Supervisor of Elections filings. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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