Tag: NICK SMITH

Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith out, race goes to runoff

Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith lost Tuesday’s primary race with 22% (3,144) of the votes.

‘This isn’t just Walker County, podunk DA': District attorney dismisses claims sheriff arrest is politically motivated

Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith said his arrest Monday was all a part of a political ploy to support his opponent in the 2026 election.

Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith indicted, arrested along with chief deputy

A Walker County grand jury indicted Sheriff Nick Smith and his chief deputy in connection to unlawful hiring practices.

‘The politics must stop’: Walker County sheriff says district attorney’s contempt motion politically motivated, expects retaliation

Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith said he found out about a motion to hold him in contempt of court through the news media.