Wendy Maynard, the incumbent Union County Clerk of Superior Court, is seeking reelection as a Republican in the 2026 general election. She is certified for the ballot, according to BallotReady election data.
In her BallotReady candidate response, Maynard said she believes her "time and service to the judicial system will help me be the best public servant as your next Clerk of Court."
Candidate information
- Office sought: Union County Clerk of Superior Court (four-year term)
- Party: Republican
- Incumbent: Yes, per the Union County Board of Elections Notice of Candidate Filing
- Election date: Nov. 3, 2026
- Filing fee: $1,470.10
Maynard was born in Union County in 1974 to parents Donald and Nancy Nance, according to her campaign website. Maynard said she has been married to her husband, Greg, for 25 years. Their daughter, Madison, graduated from Gardner-Webb University, Maynard said.
Maynard said the family are members of Hopewell Baptist Church, where she has worked with the youth program for more than nine years.
Experience and public service
Maynard said she has given more than 26 years to the State of North Carolina, with 25 of those years serving Union County residents. The Union County Elected Officials Directory lists her as the current Clerk of Superior Court.
Her career started early. Before holding the elected office, Maynard worked as a deputy clerk in the Union County Clerk of Superior Court's office, a position BallotReady data traces to 1995. She also served as a legal assistant in the District Attorney's Office for Prosecutorial District 20, according to BallotReady.
On the issues
Judicial administration: Maynard said on her campaign website that she believes all cases are equally important and deserve the same dedication. She said she values communication and teamwork among colleagues.
Criminal justice and public safety: Maynard said her experience in the judicial system equips her to serve as clerk of court, according to her BallotReady candidate response.
