The Cherokee County Commission welcomed two returning leaders and handled a slate of county business during its meeting Wednesday, highlighted by the swearing-in of Commissioners Dr. Roger Nichols and Carlton “Bubba” Teague.
Nichols, who represents District 2, and Teague, the District 4 commissioner, officially began new terms after taking the oath of office before fellow commissioners and members of the public. Also in attendance were District 1 Commissioner Randy Jones and District 3 Commissioner Ronnie Shaw.
The meeting opened with a special tribute recognizing local veterans in observance of Veterans Day before commissioners turned their attention to county business.
Among the actions approved unanimously was a change order related to the county’s ongoing animal shelter project. Commissioners also authorized an amendment to an agreement between Heritage Health Solutions and the Cherokee County Detention Center, granting the commission chairman authority to execute the updated document.
In other business, the board approved its meeting calendar for 2026-27 along with the county’s 2027 holiday schedule. Commissioners also signed off on the meeting agenda, approved minutes from a previous session, and authorized payment of county expenses.
The commission also formally acknowledged the resignation of Dewandee Neyman from the Cherokee County Public Library Board. Officials plan to appoint a replacement during the board’s Dec. 14 meeting to complete the remainder of her term, which expires in January 2028.
Residents interested in serving on the library board may submit resumes, letters of interest and supporting materials to the County Commission Office. Applications must be received by the close of business on Dec. 2.
The Cherokee County Commission is scheduled to meet again on Nov. 23. A work session will begin at 4 p.m. in the Commission Workroom, followed by the regular meeting at 5 p.m. in the Commission Chamber at the Cherokee County Administrative Building.
