Sunny Skies and Election Surprises in Greenwood: City Council Results and Upcoming Runoffs

Sunny Skies and Election Surprises in Greenwood!

Good morning from Greenwood! We’ve got a mix of weather and political happenings to brighten your day. So grab a cup of coffee and let’s chat about what’s going on.

Today’s Weather: From Foggy to Sunny!

The day started with areas of patchy fog, making the morning commute a bit of an adventure. But don’t worry, the clouds are expected to clear up, giving way to a mostly sunny afternoon. Expect highs around 74°F, with a pleasant breeze coming from the west-southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Later tonight, skies will be clear and the temperature will drop to a cozy 50°F, with light and variable winds—perfect weather for cozying up with a good book or that show you’ve been meaning to watch.

City Council Election Drama in Greenwood

Now let’s switch gears to some election action that has Greenwood buzzing. We had a significant election night, filled with returns and potential runoffs. Niki Hutto, a seasoned member of the Greenwood City Council with 22 years under her belt, has secured another term representing Ward 1. She received 437 votes, outdistancing newcomer DeWannda Sayles, who garnered 309 votes. The contest was friendly, and Hutto was gracious in her victory, saying she would incorporate ideas from Sayles into her work.

Meanwhile, Ward 3 is heading for a runoff! Annette Edwards and Brandon Best will once again face off after neither managed to snag the required 50% of the votes. Edwards took the lead with 46.85%, followed by Best at 28.74%. In third, Glenn Williams fetched 23.75%—a respectable showing, but not enough to continue in the race.

Best is excited for the runoff, stating he will “do my due diligence to knock on every door,” emphasizing his passion for creating a clean, safe community for both youth and seniors. Edwards, no stranger to local politics, having run for mayor before, is encouraged by her support base and urges her constituents to turn out for the runoff on November 19. She’s calling on her supporters to “let their voice be heard.”

Other Election Tidbits

In Ward 5, it was smooth sailing for Matthew Miller, who ran unopposed and was re-elected with 754 votes in a straightforward victory.

Over to the Greenwood Commissioners of Public Works—Stephen Gilbert has secured his position with an impressive 3,833 votes. His opponent, Craig Stuckey, got 1,437 votes, marking Gilbert as the choice for continuing effective work with the CPW team. Gilbert, who was previously appointed to the post following the resignation of longtime commissioner Mike Monaghan, expressed his enthusiasm, saying he’s thrilled to continue his work for the community.

This election season has certainly been an exciting one for Greenwood! With clear skies overhead and some runoff elections ahead, there’s a lot to look forward to as the community comes together to shape its future.

Remember folks, every vote counts, so let’s make sure our voices are heard on November 19. Until next time, enjoy the sunshine and the fresh air!