Turner runs for re-election
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?It has been honor to be the 4th District County Commissioner,? Turner said. ?I am also a taxpayer and I do believe strongly in keeping our property taxes down. I have voted that way this term and will continue voting that way if re-elected.?
Turner is self-employed with Bob Turner?s Custom Tractor Work. He has been a volunteer with the Warren County Fair Board for several years and works closely with the local Walking Horse and Saddle Clubs here. Years prior, he worked under former road superintendent Jack Atnip. He also worked with Wadsworth Golf Course construction for several years.
Turner is a member of Bonner Church of Christ. He has one son who lives in Cookeville.
Turner believes there are a number of areas which could help the county become stronger economically, areas which include both tourism and industry.
?Four years ago there was talk of getting a golf course here. Today it is a reality thanks to Dwight O?Neal and family,? Turner said. ?This is sure to bring in revenue in the future.?
Turner said jobs are a top priority for this area. He also stressed the importance of seeing Motlow continue its transformation into a true four-year college.
?I have voted for everything I can to support any new factory that has come up,? Turner said.
Turner said friendships he has made are very important to him.
?Meeting the people of the district and the county has been great,? Turner said. ?I have made many friends during this time and I look forward to meeting the ones I haven?t yet. If re-elected, they can depend on me.?
Turner, a conservative Democrat, noted he is running on the voting record he established during his freshman term of office. The Democratic nominee is asking for the votes of the 4th District on Aug. 3.