North Carolina · State Senate · 2026
Senate District 47
2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 general-election ballot, listed A–Z by last name (not ballot order).
Candidate list retrieved October 23, 2026 · page data built October 23, 2026
- Office
- North Carolina State Senate, District 47
- Seats
- 1 seat
- Current officeholder
- Ralph Hise (Republican)
- Election
- November 3, 2026 general
- Candidate list
- North Carolina State Board of Elections — 2026 General Candidate List by Contest (federal and state)
| Candidate | Party (as listed) | Residence (as listed) | Website | Stated positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ralph Hise Incumbent | Republican | Spruce Pine | No website found | Not yet compiled |
| Frank Patton Hughes III | Democratic | Linville Falls | No website found | Not yet compiled |
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