CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – To help give voters the information they need to make educated decisions on the Aug. 6 ballot, Clarksville Now is presenting Q&A articles on key issues in the Montgomery County sheriff’s and mayor’s races.
Who are the candidates for sheriff?
Dexter Mines, a veteran and an independent candidate, served in several law enforcement agencies over 22 years, including the Greenbrier Police Department, MCSO, the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy, and as assistant director of the Tennessee POST Commission.
Mike Oliver, a Republican, has over 32 years of law enforcement experience, beginning with the Tennessee Department of Corrections and then with MCSO. He has worked in Corrections, Road Patrol, K-9 Unit, Drug Task Force and the Special Victims Unit.
Johnny Ransdell, retired, is an independent candidate whose 31-year career with the Clarksville Police Department included time on the Fatal Accident Crash Team, Juvenile Engagement Team, Street Crimes Unit, Special Operations Unit and Major Crimes Unit…