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A Jackson County legislator introduced a proposal Monday to set a framework for selecting an interim County Executive to replace Frank White Jr. who was recalled in a special election last month.

Donna Peytons proposal calls for a public hearing to interview all applicants before Oct. 14.

She also wants to require all applicants to sign a pledge to not run for the seat when it comes open in the November 2026 election.

Running a county-wide campaign for Jackson County Executive requires a lot of work. We want that interim person to be able to devote themselves to the job, Peyton explained.

The county legislature will meet again at 10 a.m. Thursday at the downtown courthouse to debate whether to adopt the proposal.

More than 85 percent of voters recalled White o

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