Town of Courtland Mayor (Southampton County)

What this office does

The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

Candidates

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Also on Southampton County ballots

• Town of Boykins Mayor
• Town of Boykins Town Council
• Town of Capron Mayor
• Town of Capron Town Council
• Town of Courtland Town Council, Ward A
• Town of Courtland Town Council, Ward B
• Town of Courtland Town Council, Ward C
• Town of Ivor Mayor
• Town of Ivor Town Council
• Town of Newsoms Town Council

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Quick answers

Who is running for Town of Courtland Mayor (Southampton County) in 2026?

Latane W. "Chip" Talley Jr. (Independent) and Danny R. Williams (Independent).

Who is the incumbent?

Danny R. Williams currently holds this office.

What does this office do?

The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

Who should I vote for in the Town of Courtland Mayor (Southampton County) race?

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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.