Rep. Viers overcomes attacks on character
A three-term incumbent defended his seat against two challengers Tuesday night, his message of conservative leadership winning outright over lingering questions about his character.
Republican State Rep. Thad Viers took 57 percent of the vote over challengers Helen Smith and Steven Neeves with all precincts reporting.
The tally bypasses a runoff and no Democrat has filed to run in November, likely returning Viers to Columbia for a fourth term.
“My commitment to the conservative revolution and bringing about conservative change in the state will be the mantra of my next term,” Viers said. Read more
