Newport News City Council, South District
3 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026 · Only voters in this district
Results: the official election results site. Counts are unofficial until certified.
What this office does
Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.
Candidates
John R. Eley IIIIncumbent
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Quick answers
- Who is running for Newport News City Council, South District in 2026?
- Clifton J. Atkins (Independent), Devon P. Hamilton (Independent) and John R. Eley III (Independent).
- Who is the incumbent?
- John R. Eley III currently holds this office.
- What does this office do?
- Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.
- Who should I vote for in the Newport News City Council, South District race?
- SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
- When is the election?
- The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.
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