New and re-elected Ozark County officials sworn in for new terms

Six of Ozark County’s elected officials were sworn into office for their new terms after being elected in the 2024 Primary (all candidates ran as Republicans) and General Elections.

Pictured, from left, are: Assessor Jama Berry, Public Administrator Melinda Abraham, Coroner Gene Britt alongside twin brother and newly elected Ozark County Eastern District Commissioner Jim Britt, Sheriff Cass Martin and Western District Commissioner Layne Nance. 

All of the candidates were re-elected into their positions with the exception of Jim Britt. He took over the position from longtime commissioner Gary Collins, who chose to retire at the end of 2024. He beat out fellow candidate Michael Warren to secure the seat.