Longtime Hawkins County sheriff won't seek reelection

Longtime Hawkins County sheriff won't seek reelection

HAWKINS COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Hawkins County Sheriff Ronnie Lawson will not seek reelection in 2026. Lawson confirmed to News Channel 11 on Thursday that he plans to retire in August 2026 after 16 years as the county's chief law enforcement officer. WCSO: Father, son arrested after child abuse incident He was first elected sheriff in 2010. During Lawson's time as sheriff, the Hawkins County Sheriff's Office has continued to investigate th…

Hawkins County Sheriff Ronnie Lawson announces retirement - SuperTalk 92.9

Hawkins County Sheriff Ronnie Lawson will not seek reelection in 2026. Lawson confirmed to WJHL on Thursday that he plans to retire in August 2026 after 16 years as the county’s chief law enforcement officer. Lawson was first elected in 2010. Hawkins County’s next sheriff will be elected in the August 6, 2026 general election.