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Kent Smith attended North Carolina State University. He has a wife and two children.

Kent Smith of Rocky Mount filed to run for Nash County commissioner, District 5.

Election filing complete for the 2026 primary - Rocky Mount Telegram

Wants to bring "fiscal responsibility" to local government.

- Wants to bring "fiscal responsibility" to local government.

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

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Kent Smith

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