BURNSVILLE — Suzanne Gavenus, a Burnsville resident, counselor, and educator, is the Democratic candidate for the North Carolina House of Representatives in District 85 and will appear on the November ballot, seeking to represent Avery, McDowell, Mitchell, and Yancey counties.
Gavenus brings more than three decades of experience working at the intersection of mental health, education, and community support. She currently serves as Director of Counseling and Wellness at the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics’ Morganton campus. She has lived in Burnsville for over 23 years with her husband, Gary, where they raised their three children, and previously lived and worked in Avery County.
“This campaign is about showing up, listening, and delivering real solutions for the people of Western North Carolina,” Gavenus said. “Our communities deserve leadership that understands what families are facing day to day—and is willing to do the work to address it.”…