Bob previously served in the U.S. Navy for 20 years, retiring as a chief petty officer. He currently works as a law enforcement professional with over 22 years of experience. Bob previously worked as an undercover narcotics detective for 14 years and as a Drug Enforcement Administration task force officer. He also worked as a customer service supervisor for Publix and coordinated training at a local community college.

Bob’s campaign for sheriff of Macon County is his first run for public office.

Plans to reorganize the department to increase patrol coverage in underserved areas such as Nantahala, Topton, Otto, and Highlands.

Believes in utilizing drone technology to assist with search and rescue operations, crash scene mapping, and disaster response.

- Plans to reorganize the department to increase patrol coverage in underserved areas such as Nantahala, Topton, Otto, and Highlands.
- Believes in utilizing drone technology to assist with search and rescue operations, crash scene mapping, and disaster response.

Public Safety

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

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Bob Cook

Bob Cook was born and raised in Newton, Iowa, a small rural town of approximately 15,000 citizens. He served in the U.S. Navy, which led him to live in various locations including San Diego, Los Angeles, Guam, Illinois, Michigan, Virginia, and Florida before settling in Franklin, North Carolina. Bob has owned property in the same development in Macon County for over 20 years and has built four homes there.

Bob previously served in the U.S. Navy for 20 years, retiring as a chief petty officer. He currently works as a law enforcement professional with over 22 years of experience. Bob previously worked as an undercover narcotics detective for 14 years and as a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) task force officer. He also worked as a customer service supervisor for Publix and coordinated training at a local community college.

- The sheriff is responsible for enforcing the law, managing security in jails and courtrooms. They also oversee daily conditions of the jail and inmates in custody and serve legal documents such as warrants and eviction notices. Their ultimate responsibility is to protect the community. 