Four Valdese residents have announced they will be on the municipal ballot this fall as part of the 'Step Up for Valdese' campaign, aiming to keep the town moving forward. 

Four Valdese residents, including Melinda Zimmerman, Rexanna Lowman, Shannon Radabaugh, and Keith Huffman, have announced their candidacy for the municipal elections this fall under the 'Step Up for Valdese' campaign.

One name has been confirmed for the upcoming Valdese Town Council 2025 ballot— lifelong resident Melinda Zimmerman.