Smith County Democrats Announces 2025 Leadership Team

April 21, 2025

The Smith County Democratic Party officially elected its 2025 Board Members and Executive Committee. The meeting marked a new chapter for the local party as it looks ahead to a year of civic engagement, community outreach, and organizational growth.

Pictured from left to right are: Daniel Hawthorne (Chair), Lora Sullens, Mark Schwartz, Ashley Massey (Vice Chair), Glen Kirby, Ron Shumake, Greta Kirby, and Anne Waggoner. Also elected but not pictured are: Katie Penny, Keith Waggoner, and Marilyn Shumake.

Monthly meetings are open to the public and take place on the third Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the basement of the Carthage Library, located at 215 Main Street. All Democrats, as well as community members interested in learning more or getting involved, are encouraged to attend.