Harvey Peeler

State Sen. Harvey Peeler Jr. announced Friday the Cherokee County Legislative Delegation recommended Milton B. Edwards of Gaffney for appointment to the Cherokee County Election Commission.

Edwards, a retired Master Sergeant who served in the U.S. Army for 25 years, would replace Cory Reid, who recently resigned from the election commission.

The recommendation of the legislative delegation was sent to Gov. Mark Sanford’s office for final approval.

Edwards is a graduate of Limestone College with a degree in management and accounting. While serving in the U.S. Army, he completed many management and leadership programs including the Army Advanced Non- Commissioned Officers Course.