Davara Ponds

Davara Ponds has a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, and Emergency Management from Strayer University, master's degree in Public Administration from Strayer University, law degree from Northcentral University, and a certification in Law Enforcement and Security from Stanly Community College. 


Davara currently works as owner and chief of operations at DC. Protective Service Security & Patrol LLC, a licensed security company, and as a certified instructor for unarmed security guards, basic law enforcement training, and detention procedures. He previously worked as a deputy sheriff and detention officer with Stanly County Sheriff Office, school bus driver for Stanly County School System, loss control manager at K-Mart, security officer at East Coast Securities, supervisor at TSA Enforcement, supervisor at Hoosier Security Services, correction officer with the North Carolina Department of Corrections, deputy sheriff with Rowan County Sheriff Department, juvenile counselor at Stonewall Jackson Training School, and section supervisor at Wiscassett Mills.

Davara previously ran for Stanly County sheriff in 2022 but did not win.

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

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Davara previously ran for Stanly County Sheriff in 2022 but did not win.

Davara Ponds is from Stanly County, North Carolina.

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Gerald Cannon, Sr. is originally from Concord. He attended Concord High School. 

Gerald currently works as a sergeant and school resource officer at the Wadesboro Police Department.

Gerald Cannon, Sr.'s campaign for Anson County Sheriff is his first entry into politics.

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Gerald's campaign for Anson County Sheriff is his first run for public office.

Said he plans to "build strong community trust," "focus on proactive crime prevention," and "forge strong working relationships with surrounding agencies."

- Said he plans to "build strong community trust," "focus on proactive crime prevention," and "forge strong working relationships with surrounding agencies."

As of January 2, 2026, Gerald Cannon, Sr. did not have a website or any information online.

Gerald Cannon, Sr.

Gerald Cannon, Sr.'s campaign for Anson County sheriff is his first entry into politics.

Gerald previously served as the Anson County Sheriff. He was appointed in December 2022 but was later ruled to have been appointed unlawfully. He ran for re-election in 2024 but did not win.

Gerald Cannon, Sr.'s campaign for Anson County sheriff is his first entry into politics. He was appointed Anson County sheriff in December 2022 but served for a single day before county commissioners reversed the decision.

Tim Watkins

Tim previously served as a major in the Anson County Sheriff's Office.

Tim is a retired major with the Anson County Sheriff’s Department.

Tim is retired. He spent 30 years at the Anson County Sheriff’s Office, where he led a division and retired at the rank of Major.

Tim Watkins is currently mayor of Morven.

Tim is retired. He previously worked at the Anson County Sheriff’s Office for thirty years, where he rose to the rank of major and led his division.

Tim Watkins is currently the mayor of Morven.

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Tim Watkins describes himself as a "Servant Leader" and emphasizes a deep respect for the people of Morven and Anson County. He believes the strength of the community lies in the unique ideas and dedication of its citizens.

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Watkins is a 30-year veteran of the Anson County Sheriff’s Office, where he rose through the ranks to serve as Major. In this high-level capacity, he was responsible for leading a major division and managing day-to-day operations within the department. As the current Mayor of Morven, he provides executive oversight for all "Town Hall" operations. His leadership is currently focused on economic revitalization, specifically spearheading projects to restore the town’s downtown area to foster a better environment for families and local businesses. His career-long commitment to public service earned him The Order of the Long Leaf Pine in 2023, the highest honor bestowed by the State of North Carolina for exemplary service. Watkins operates as a "Servant Leader," a philosophy he cultivated during his 30 years in the field and continues to apply to his mayoral duties.

He currently serves as the Mayor of Morven, North Carolina.

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

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