Haywood won’t rerun for spot on county board of commissioners

ASHEBORO — Hope Haywood announced that she won’t seek reelection after her term expires as a member of the Randolph County Board of Commissioners.

“I have gotten to know Randolph County and its people and I am thankful for the trust that you have placed in me,” Haywood said near the end of October’s meeting. “It has been the honor of a lifetime to represent all of the people of our county, not just those who look and believe like me.”

Haywood, who has served seven years as a commissioner, is set to serve until Dec. 1, 2026.

“I want to give your next commissioner time to prepare and to be ready to be able to step into this role with his or her election,” Haywood said. “I look forward to continuing to diligently serve you over the next 15 months. Please know that I will be working harder than ever as I complete my term to serve the people of Randolph County and to help make decisions to provide a better future for all of us.”