Mary Jane Erwin has been elected mayor of Flippin, unseating incumbent Mayor Heith Hogan in a tightly contested race on Tuesday night.
Erwin received 155 votes to Hogan's 146, securing victory by just nine votes. According to official results, early voting favored Hogan, who garnered 95 votes compared to Erwin's 87. However, Erwin gained ground on Election Day, drawing 68 of the 122 additional votes cast, while Hogan added 51.
In total, 304 ballots were cast in the mayoral race in Marion County, reflecting strong local engagement in selecting new leadership for Flippin. Erwin’s win marks a shift for the city as she prepares to take on the role.
No immediate statements were available from Erwin or Hogan following the announcement of the results.