First-day political qualifiers

Six men and women were the first day qualifiers in Oconee County to run as candidates in this year’s primary elections.  All are seeking office through the state Republican primary in June.  The candidates are Wilson Burr for Solicitor; Beverly Whitfield for Clerk of court; Karl Addis for Coroner; Christy Hubbard for Auditor; Greg Nowell for Treasurer; and Julian Davis III for County Council Four.  Qualifying remains open for two weeks and will end at noon Wednesday, March 30.