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John Barrow
REPUBLICAN
John Barrow is running for Kernersville Alderperson.
Personal background
John Barrow has lived in Kernersville for the last 65 years and graduated from East Forsyth Senior High School. He is married to Shelly Pearson Barrow and lives on the south side of town off Hopkins Road. They have three grown sons that graduated from Kernersville schools. He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a law degree from Campbell University.
Professional background
John is a lawyer who has practiced law in Kernersville for the last 30 years. He previously worked as a real estate agent in the late 1970s, managed grocery stores for Bestway, and held various jobs while attending college, including cooking at Pizza Hut and driving trucks for H.E. Crawford Co.
Political background
John is currently an Alderman for the Town of Kernersville. He was first elected in 2021 and is currently serving his first term.
Economy
Believes town finances should be completely transparent and business should be conducted in a manner most advantageous to the people of Kernersville.
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Public Services
Believes the town's primary role in recreation is to provide recreational opportunities for youth.
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Housing & Urban Development
Believes the town government should manage growth while preserving small town lifestyle and avoiding tax increases.
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Public Safety
Believes a strong police department is essential to freedom and civil liberties.
Believes the town should have "an effective and efficient fire department."
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Believes the town should take responsibility for maintaining streets and not blaming the NC Department of Transportation for traffic problems.
Supports taxpayer-funded collection of residential trash, yard waste, and recyclables.
Believes the town should address issues stemming from its actions, such as storm water problems.
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Education
As of September 25, 2025, John Barrow’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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