Joe Woodie

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.

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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.

As of April 6, 2026, Joe Woodie’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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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. 

Joe previously served as a Wilkes County Commissioner.

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