Casey Walawender, a parent of two at Cullowhee Valley Elementary School

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Casey Walawender earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy and a master's degree in social work from Western Carolina University. She lives with her two children in Sylva.

Casey previously worked as a student support specialist at Jackson County Public Schools, a transitions case manager with Communities in Schools of the Heart of Texas, a mental health professional with Haywood County Psychological Services, and a unit manager with Grandfather Home Community Services for Children.

Casey Walawender's campaign for Jackson County Commissioner, District 1, is his first entry into politics.

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Casey's campaign for Jackson County Commissioner, District 1, is her first entry into politics.

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Thinks that when Jackson County spends money, it should come back to Jackson County - and it should go toward projects that make sense for the community.

Believes Jackson County must have leaders committed to staying on top of the issue of data centers and making sure there are plans in place to respond to this issue in real time.

- Thinks that when Jackson County spends money, it should come back to Jackson County - and it should go toward projects that make sense for the community.
- Believes Jackson County must have leaders committed to staying on top of the issue of data centers and making sure there are plans in place to respond to this issue in real time.

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Jackson County votes to leave Fontana Regional Library system

Frustrated with the situation regarding the library and expressed concern about the lack of transparency in previous meetings.

Opposed to the decision to remove Jackson County from the Fontana Regional Library system.

Wants clear, transparent leadership around both schools and libraries, and elected officials who listen to the needs and wants of the constituents.

Promises to ensure every school gets the support it needs.

- Opposed to the decision to remove Jackson County from the Fontana Regional Library system.
- Wants clear, transparent leadership around both schools and libraries, and elected officials who listen to the needs and wants of the constituents.
- Promises to ensure every school gets the support it needs.

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As of September 2, 2026, Casey Walawender’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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- Opposed to the decision to remove Jackson County from the Fontana Regional Library system.

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- County Commissioners create and pass laws at the county-level. These laws show up in very tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay property and sales tax rates, public transportation, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- 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.

Creates new laws and passes the budget for your county.