See where Mitchell and Reaves stand on taxes, public safety and roads. Names follow official Greenville County election filings.
Dianne Mitchell (Republican), Dexter Reaves (Democratic) meet on the November 3 ballot; Dianne Mitchell is the sitting member, per the House roster. Dianne Mitchell won the June 9 Republican primary with 73.5 percent over Heather Currie (26.5 percent). South Carolina primaries require a majority (June 23 runoffs); unopposed nominees still print. The field is the SC Election Commission's Candidate Tracking System active list (read September 7, 2026). This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
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Dianne Mitchell was born and raised in Greenville, graduated from Wade Hampton High School and Furman University, and taught music and arts in elementary and middle schools, per the campaign site. Mitchell holds a graduate degree in voice performance from Indiana University and is a past president of the Greenville Republican Women's Club, per the campaign site.
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Dexter Reaves holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Benedict College and a master's degree in Christian ministry from North Greenville University, per his Civoren candidate profile. No campaign website was found as of September 7, 2026.
Who is running for South Carolina House District 21 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for South Carolina House District 21 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Dianne Mitchell and Dexter Reaves. Candidate information follows official Greenville County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below. See where they stand on taxes, public safety and roads.
When is the South Carolina House District 21 election in South Carolina?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for South Carolina are on the South Carolina election hub at theballotbrief.com.
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Candidate roster from official Greenville County and state election office filings, last verified October 14, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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