Joe Woodie, 68, of North Wilkesboro, is retired and formerly owned Woodie’s Garage Used Cars, Towing and Recovery in Millers Creek. Is a former county commissioner. Married with one son and two grandchildren.

Commissioner hopefuls tackle multiple issues

Joe Woodie lives in North Wilkesboro and is married and has one son and two grandchildren.

Commissioner hopefuls tackle multiple issues - Wilkes Journal-Patriot

Joe Woodie is retired and formerly owned Woodie’s Garage Used Cars, Towing and Recovery in Millers Creek.

Joe previously served as a county commissioner.

2026 North Carolina General Election

5. What are your thoughts on the current practice of giving across the board pay increases for county government employees vs. some type of merit pay system?
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Joe Woodie said, “I think a better form of pay is needed based on education and experience.”

Said county employee pay should be based on education and experience.

- Said county employee pay should be based on education and experience.

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As of April 6, 2026, Joe Woodie did not have a website or any information online.

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Joe Woodie

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Joe is an assistant resident engineer with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NC DOT). He previously owned and operated his own business. 

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Joe previously served as a Wilkes County Commissioner.

For Candidate Joe Woodie on Issue economy:  
Advocates for better pay based on education and experience.

Joe is an assistant resident engineer. He works at the North Carolina Department of Transportation. He previously served as a Wilkes County commissioner and owned and operated his own business.

Joe Woodie previously served as a Wilkes County Commissioner.

For Candidate Joe Woodie on Issue economy:  
Advocates for a better pay structure based on education and experience.

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