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Chris Allison is originally from Swannanoa. He attended Charles D, Owen High School. He serves as a volunteer on the McDowell County Planning Board. Chris lives with his wife, Kristen, and two kids in Marion and attends Going Home Free Will Baptist Church as a member.

03/05/2024 OFFICIAL PRIMARY ELECTION RESULTS - MCDOWELL

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Chris previously served as a McDowell County Commissioner. He served one term from 2020 to 2024.

Said "As a commissioner, I will work alongside the McDowell Economic Development Association, the McDowell Chamber of Commerce, the Marion Business Association, and individuals in the community to recruit higher paying, more stable, and overall better jobs for the people of McDowell County."

Plans to continue supporting additional teacher supplement pay system.

- Said "As a commissioner, I will work alongside the McDowell Economic Development Association, the McDowell Chamber of Commerce, the Marion Business Association, and individuals in the community to recruit higher paying, more stable, and overall better jobs for the people of McDowell County."
- Plans to continue supporting additional teacher supplement pay system.

Economy

Supported investment into the County's Parks and Recreation Department.

- Supported investment into the County's Parks and Recreation Department.

Public Services

As of January 2, 2026, Chris Allison did not have a website or any information online.

Housing & Urban Development

Helped investment into Sheriff's Department Community Impact Team, which expanded proactive law enforcement and community engagement efforts.

Plans to support "vital services" like the Sheriff's Department, Emergency Management, and local Fire Departments.

- Helped investment into Sheriff's Department Community Impact Team, which expanded proactive law enforcement and community engagement efforts.
- Plans to support "vital services" like the Sheriff's Department, Emergency Management, and local Fire Departments.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

Chris Allison

As of January 2, 2026, Chris Allison’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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