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  • Writer's pictureBill Raines

Lawrence County Commissioners appointment of county attorney on hold -approves others

LAWRENCE COUNTY - JANUARY 3, 2023 - The Lawrence County Commissioners appointment for county attorney is on hold at this time.


Photo: Lawrence County Attorney David Smith appointment is currently on hold


Lawrence County Commissioners will be seeking higher compensation for county attorney, and health care is provided by the county. The Commissioners will make a formal request at the county council meeting on January 23rd this month.


David Smith has been a long serving attorney for the county, he also served as attorney for the county council in 2022, until former Lawrence County Council president Scott Smith did not renew his contract.


Katy Simon is now serving as attorney for the county council.


Photo: Dr. Kim Scherschel to serve as Lawrence County Health Officer


In addition, Dr. Kim Scherschel will serve as the Lawrence County Health Officer in 2024.


Below is a list of the appointments for 2024:



Lawrence County Commissioners elected Wally Branham as President and Rodney Fish as Vice-President for 2024.


Photo: Wally Branham has been elected as the President of the Lawrence County Commissioners in 2024


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