Neva Helms
Coverage of Neva Helms in the Nexus archive.
- State board of elections invests in Anson County after director resigns
The North Carolina State Board of Elections is investing in Anson County following the resignation of its elections director. Gerald Poplin, a former Stanly County elections board member, has been appointed to oversee operations while the state addresses issues like mismanagement and conflicts over pay discrepancies.
- Anson County gets third elections director in four months as state steps in
Anson County, North Carolina, has appointed Gerald Poplin as its third interim elections director in four months. The turmoil followed the resignation of Neva Helms, who cited an unsafe work environment, salary reductions, and lack of support. The state board is investigating an incident involving a heated meeting with a candidate and others.
- Turmoil at Anson County Board of Elections as director resigns
Anson County Board of Elections director Neva Helms resigned citing unsafe conditions and incompatible responsibilities. Her resignation follows a tense meeting with a local candidate and an ongoing investigation by the North Carolina State Board of Elections into the incident and other allegations.
- Anson County elections director calls it quits after ‘uncomfortable’ meeting
Anson County elections director Neva Helms resigned after calling 911 during a meeting with candidate Kevin Adams and officials, citing discomfort. Helms claimed in her resignation letter to face issues like reduced pay, exclusion from communications, and safety concerns. The state board of elections is investigating her claims and the circumstances around Adams' candidacy challenges.