Mississippi voters in parts of Simpson and Rankin counties will choose one of four candidates to represent Mississippi House District 77 in a special election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. Use this guide to learn about candidates’ backgrounds and policy views.
Former Republican House District 77 Rep. Price Wallace of Mendenhall died on June 3, creating a vacancy. He had served in the House since 2018.
All candidates are running as nonpartisan since it is a special election. The winner of the special election will serve until the completion of Wallace’s original term, which ends in January 2028.
Christopher “Chris” Dunn
Background: Christopher “Chris” Dunn is the chief financial officer for Vestra Revenue Cycle Management, which he said is devoted to strengthening rural healthcare in the South. He worked as a community banker for 21 years beforehand…