Kelly VanHorn
Challenger Kelly VanHorn is running for NC House of Representatives in Charlotte, North Carolina. The election was held on March 3, 2026.
Kelly VanHorn isn't just running to represent District 105; she is an integral part of it. As a community member of over 22 years, Kelly moved to North Carolina specifically to become an educator. She was drawn here by North Carolina's reputation as being friendly and welcoming, and its perceived strong commitment to educating and pouring into its youth. She has dedicated over two decades of her career as an Educator in North Carolina, primarily in our local schools. This long-term commitment gives her an unparalleled, firsthand understanding of the classroom, the challenges facing our students, and the needs of our educators.
Kelly VanHorn’s approach to public service is built upon three core principles:
Transparency: Government should operate in the open. Kelly is committed to holding regular town halls, maintaining clear communication with constituents, and ensuring that every decision made in Raleigh can withstand public scrutiny.
Fiscal Responsibility: Kelly will fight for a balanced budget that prioritizes essential services. Her experience in public service has reinforced her focus on making every tax dollar count by investing strategically in our future, which includes education and ensuring access to affordable healthcare, housing, and transportation.
Community-First Governance: Kelly's primary loyalty is to the families, students, and businesses of District 105. She pledges to put local needs above partisan politics and corporate interests every single time.
Why She's Running: Restoring Honor, Truth, and Commitment
Kelly is running because the promises made to North Carolinians are not being kept, and she has seen the direct impact of this failure in our classrooms.
"Our community is hurting and needs a leader who will put children and community before party. We need to restore honor, truth, and commitment to finding solutions together."
"Our state Constitution promises a quality education, but our schools are constantly hindered by a lack of funding. Our communities are promised a chance at prosperity, but our infrastructure can't keep up. Our families are promised accessible healthcare, but costs keep rising. I’m running to be the representative who stops making excuses and starts honoring the promises we’ve already made. We need a leader in the NC House who will champion our students, fix our roads, and fight to make healthcare affordable for everyone."
Kelly VanHorn’s approach to public service is built upon three core principles:
Transparency: Government should operate in the open. Kelly is committed to holding regular town halls, maintaining clear communication with constituents, and ensuring that every decision made in Raleigh can withstand public scrutiny.
Fiscal Responsibility: Kelly will fight for a balanced budget that prioritizes essential services. Her experience in public service has reinforced her focus on making every tax dollar count by investing strategically in our future, which includes education and ensuring access to affordable healthcare, housing, and transportation.
Community-First Governance: Kelly's primary loyalty is to the families, students, and businesses of District 105. She pledges to put local needs above partisan politics and corporate interests every single time.
Why She's Running: Restoring Honor, Truth, and Commitment
Kelly is running because the promises made to North Carolinians are not being kept, and she has seen the direct impact of this failure in our classrooms.
"Our community is hurting and needs a leader who will put children and community before party. We need to restore honor, truth, and commitment to finding solutions together."
"Our state Constitution promises a quality education, but our schools are constantly hindered by a lack of funding. Our communities are promised a chance at prosperity, but our infrastructure can't keep up. Our families are promised accessible healthcare, but costs keep rising. I’m running to be the representative who stops making excuses and starts honoring the promises we’ve already made. We need a leader in the NC House who will champion our students, fix our roads, and fight to make healthcare affordable for everyone."
