WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Washington County Judge Patrick Deakins announced this week that he will seek a second term in office and appear on the ballot during the 2026 election cycle.

In his announcement, Deakins said his campaign will focus on managing growth in the county, strengthening infrastructure and keeping government operations efficient.

“Washington County continues to grow at a rapid pace. I want us to lead in improvements and innovation as we harness our full potential, for the success of ourselves and future generations,” Deakins said in the release.

Deakins was elected to his first term in 2022. His administration has overseen construction of a new Emergency Operations Center, road projects, the launch of the Community Rebuilding Initiative and funding for the

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