03/05/2026
 I am humbled and grateful to announce that the voters in Iredell and Alexander Counties have elected me to be their next District Court Judge.
My successful campaign was only made possible by the extraordinary amount of help and support that I received from everyone involved in my campaign. 
I am thankful for my family and all the hard campaigning they did, especially my beautiful wife, Erika. To everyone else that supported and believed in me- I am appreciative beyond words.
My family and I thank each of you from the bottom of our hearts.
Finally, I want to thank Judge Conley for conducting a tough, fair campaign as each of us made our case to the voters during this primary. The citizens of Iredell and Alexander counties will be well served should she decide to continue as an emergency Judge.
- Judge Elect Martin J. Gottholm
