A Better Bedford Announces Endorsements in Upcoming County Primary

[SHELBYVILLE, Tenn., April 15, 2026] — A Better Bedford, a local political action committee (PAC) committed to the promotion of good governance and local priorities, is proud to announce its support the following candidates in the upcoming Bedford County Republican primary:

District 1 County Commissioner- Jared Featherstone and Mark McBryant

Bedford County Sheriff- Nikia Elliott

McBryant has served the City of Bell Buckle as a municipal employee and managed a private farming operation for almost twenty years. He is committed to listening, learning, and working with his constituents to solve our community’s most complex problems.

Featherstone is a Bedford County native and a law enforcement officer with the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office. Featherstone is committed to responsible leadership, smart growth, and to making decisions that put people first.

Elliot is a 25-year veteran of the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office and currently serves as Chief Deputy where he oversees 120 staff members. A Bedford County native, Elliott is seeking to create safer communities through proven leadership and common-sense solutions.

“These candidates are committed to serving our community and fully embody the qualities that make our community truly great — honesty, integrity, and visionary leadership. We look forward to supporting them in the upcoming county-wide primary on May 6th,” said A Better Bedford Chairman David Coffey.

Early voting begins April 15 and continues through April 30 before the county-wide primary on Tuesday, May 5.

For more information about A Better Bedford or to support their efforts, visit ABetterBedford.org.

About A Better Bedford PAC

A Better Bedford PAC is a non-partisan organization committed to promoting opportunity, prosperity, and honest dialogue for all citizens of Shelbyville and Bedford County. We seek to support innovative and civic-minded candidates and elected leaders who are dedicated to constructive collaboration and partnership across all levels of government. We strive to establish Shelbyville and Bedford County as examples of good governance for other communities across Tennessee while embodying ideals rooted in honesty, integrity, and visionary leadership.”