William Jason Buckles
Interview · recorded Wed, Apr 29, 2026
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William Jason Buckles
On the November 3, 2026 ballot for Magistrate, District 6. See the full race page.
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In brief
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Buckles said agriculture is underrepresented in the county. Buckles cited 36 years of community service, including 20 for the Elizabethtown Fire Department. Buckles will advocate for emergency services in the county.
Added by the candidate
I've been encouraged a lot by my family and friends. I started looking around and a lot of my hero's are no longer around or with us anymore. They prepared the foundation for our future. It's up to us now to move our community forward.
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From the candidate
Bio · Submitted by the campaign, unedited
I am a life long resident of Hardin County, with the exception of some time at Eastern Ky University.
I graduated from Central Hardin High School.
I attended Eastern Kentucky University.
I am currently the Chief of the Glendale Volunteer Fire Department. Also, I am currently a member of Kentucky Urban Search and Rescue Task Force 2 as a logistics specialist.
My wife Nicole and I reside on our farm in Glendale with our two daughters.
Priority 1 · Submitted by the campaign, unedited
I want to get emergency services on a better path forward in this area, specifically the fire service.
Priority 2 · Submitted by the campaign, unedited
Agriculture is a very big part of our community. I do feel it is underrepresented in our local government. I want to strengthen our agricultural areas.
Priority 3 · Submitted by the campaign, unedited
I also want to establish good working relationships with state government officials leading to a better and stronger community.
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