Ken Badgett

Ken Badgett is a Democrat running for North Carolina House District 90, covering Surry County and part of Wilkes County. He graduated from Surry Central High School in Dobson and Wake Forest University magna cum laude with honors in history, and later pursued graduate studies in Appalachian regional studies at Appalachian State University, per the Journal Patriot. Badgett has provided personal care for family members, describes himself as an independent historian, and directs the Raven Knob Boy Scout Museum, per the Journal Patriot. He chaired the Dobson Community Library board and served as a Surry County Board of Elections precinct worker for about 20 years, per the Journal Patriot. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.