CALHOUN FALLS — Three candidates are vying for the mayor’s seat in Calhoun Falls. The town has faced mounting financial strain, a SLED investigation, infrastructure challenges and calls for stronger leadership and transparency.

The outcome of this election will determine who guides the community through a critical period of recovery and rebuilding the residents trust.

On the ballot:

Mayor: Viggo Lassen, Wane Postell, and LaSean Monique Tutt

Town Council: Amy Battaglia, Michael Brandt, and Jeremy Manning

All candidates are running in nonpartisan races filed through Abbeville County.

Each candidate was asked about their priorities, leadership plans, and vision for Calhoun Falls.

Mayoral race

Viggo Lassen Councilman Viggo Lassen said his decision to run for mayor stems from a desire

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