Banford "Buddy" Wilson

About this race

Kentucky's county judge/executive is the county's chief executive, not a courtroom judge. Leads the fiscal court (the county's governing body), develops the county budget, runs county government day to day and represents the county with state and federal officials.

2 candidates ran for Bath County Judge/Executive in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Where they stand

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Funding

Filed Kentucky's exemption: expects to raise and spend no more than $3,000 for this election, so no contribution statements are filed.

Source: Kentucky Registry of Election Finance.

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• Walter Shrout · Democrat

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Quick answers

What party is Banford "Buddy" Wilson?

Banford "Buddy" Wilson is running as a Republican.

What does the Bath County Judge/Executive seat do?

Kentucky's county judge/executive is the county's chief executive, not a courtroom judge. Leads the fiscal court (the county's governing body), develops the county budget, runs county government day to day and represents the county with state and federal officials.

Who is Banford "Buddy" Wilson running against?

Walter Shrout, for Bath County Judge/Executive.

How much money has Banford "Buddy" Wilson raised?

$0 as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.

Should I vote for Banford "Buddy" Wilson?

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