Amarillo attorney Michelle Eggleston has filed paperwork to appoint a campaign treasurer, indicating she intends to run for Potter County Judge in the 2026 election cycle.
Eggleston has practiced law for more than 30 years and has worked extensively in probate and guardianship cases, areas that make up a significant portion of the county judge’s judicial responsibilities. She also owns a small business and has been active in local community organizations, including the Don Harrington Discovery Center, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and the Amarillo Education Foundation. She previously served on the Texas State Board of Examiners of Licensed Professional Counselors through an appointment by former Governor Rick Perry and currently serves on the Board of Trustees at Oklahoma Christian University.
Eggleston’s campaign is expected to focus on long-term planning and financial management within county government. She argues that challenges such as public safety staffing, aging infrastructure, and population decline require a coordinated strategy. Her platform emphasizes developing a multi-year plan for county services, budgeting practices intended to balance immediate needs with long-term goals, and increased collaboration among county departments and community partners.
She has also highlighted support for first responders as a priority, advocating for stable funding for sheriff’s deputies, corrections officers, and firefighters. On economic issues, she has said the county should work to attract new business investment and encourage growth that strengthens the tax base without increasing the burden on current residents.
The Potter County Judge serves as the county’s chief administrator and presides over probate and guardianship cases, while also participating in budget decisions alongside county commissioners. The position will be on the ballot in the 2026 primary and general elections.
Eggleston is the first declared candidate in the race, though other potential contenders have not ruled out entering. County Commissioner John Coffee, who represents Precinct 3, has previously said he is considering a campaign but has not made an official announcement.
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