Brodie-Newell holds a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Fayetteville State University and a Master’s degree as a Resource Specialist from Appalachian State University, and has dutifully served Franklin County for more than 25 years as an educator, community advocate, group home-owner and operator.

This dedicated candidate's record reflects steady, hands-on leadership across housing, education, and behavioral health initiatives, equipping her to deliver practical, people-centered results and responsible countywide representation.

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Milltrene Brodie Newell has a Bachelor of Science in early childhood education from Fayetteville State University and a master's degree as a resource specialist from Appalachian State University.

Milltrene Brodie Newell has worked in Franklin County as an educator and as a group-home owner and operator.

Milltrene's campaign for County Commissioner is her first run for public office. 

2026 North Carolina General Election

Platform Overview
COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

Milltrene Brodie-Newell champions community empowerment by expanding access to housing, after-school centers, and small-business support so residents have practical tools to build stable, self-sustaining futures.

TRANSPARENT GOVERNANCE

Supports expanding support for small businesses.

- Supports expanding support for small businesses.

Economy

SAFETY & SERVICE

Brodie-Newell prioritizes safety and service by backing fully funded schools, behavioral health resources, and community programs that prevent crises while strengthening everyday quality of life.

Qualifications with a Commitment to Service

Supports fully funded schools, behavioral health resources, and community programs.

- Supports fully funded schools, behavioral health resources, and community programs.

Public Services

As community organizer, change agent, and leader, you can expect Milltrene's commitment to:

Expanding access to affordable housing;

Strengthening homeowner assistance programs;

Restoring transparent and accountable leadership;

Supporting fully funded public schools;

Improving access to behavioral health services;

Expanding after-school community programs;

Advocating for a public community swimming pool; and

Creating entrepreneurial opportunities for small business owners.

SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

Her approach to sustainable growth supports responsible housing development and resource planning that strengthens communities without sacrificing long-term stability or access.

SAFETY & SERVICE

Supports expanding access to affordable housing and strengthening homeowner assistance programs.

Supports responsible housing development as part of sustainable growth.

- Supports expanding access to affordable housing and strengthening homeowner assistance programs.
- Supports responsible housing development as part of sustainable growth.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports behavioral health resources and community programs intended to prevent crises.

- Supports behavioral health resources and community programs intended to prevent crises.

Public Safety

As of April 6, 2026, Milltrene Brodie Newell’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Supports resource planning as part of sustainable growth.

Supports resource planning and responsible housing development as part of sustainable growth.

- Supports resource planning and responsible housing development as part of sustainable growth.

Energy & the Environment

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- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
- County Commissioners can create, change, or abolish offices, positions, departments that are not required by law. 
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms, with no term limits. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.

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