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Don is the mayor of the City of Kinston. He works at the City of Kinston municipal government.

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Don Hardy files to run for North Carolina House

Kinston mayor Don Hardy announces candidacy for district 12 seat ...

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Don has worked in law enforcement. He is also served in the United States Navy.

Don Hardy is currently the mayor of Kinston. He was first elected in 2017 after defeating eight-year incumbent BJ Murphy and has served multiple terms.

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Don Hardy is the former mayor of Kinston, North Carolina. He was first elected in 2017 and has served multiple terms.

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Said, "Flooding is affecting the Kinston community greatly and as Mayor, I look forward to continue taking all the necessary steps to protect the City of Kinston and its residents."

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