Law. Co. officials take oath of office at courthouse

The Lawrence County officials who were elected into office on Tuesday, Nov. 5, took their oath of office at the Lawrence County Historic Courthouse on Tuesday, Dec. 31. Here, they pose for a picture following their swearing-in ceremony. From the left:  Surveyor Aaron Austin, Sheriff Brad DeLay, Assessor Doug Bowerman, Coroner Scott Lakin, Public Administrator Teresa Pace, Eastern County Commissioner Brad Smith and Western County Commissioner Chris Prater.