Sheriff Basnight re-elected to another term in Chowan

Chowan County voters re-elected Republican Sheriff Edward “Scooter” Basnight to a second four-year term on Tuesday. Basnight secured 63% of the vote, defeating Democratic challenger Kristy L. LaLonde. Several other local officials, including county commissioners and the Clerk of Superior Court, were also re-elected during the midterm elections. Basnight expressed gratitude to the community for their continued trust in his leadership and his staff.