The Colbert County Race for Sheriff

 

We had originally planned to wait until closer to the general election to comment on the race for sheriff in Colbert County; however, we've been asked to comment on what is becoming a highly contested match. Both candidates, Frank Williamson and Eric Balentine, have avid supporters who have, in some cases, made accusations concerning character.

There is an anti-Balentine page now on Facebook: Eric Balentine.

Much on this page is undocumented. We do see where Balentine took credit for new uniforms which it would appear he had nothing to do with. 

Obviously, the civil-rights suit is also public record, but we have not as yet read all the documentation. The other accusations lack proof or at least such proof hasn't been posted on the FB page.

We invite readers to contact us with questions regarding either candidate. We will be following up on this, publishing our findings at a later date.