Interns desk: Thank you to Debbie Harris for upholding government transparency
When Davidson County Government Closes, the Public Knows Because Debbie Harris Makes Sure They Know
When Davidson County government offices close, there is no guessing, no scrambling for answers and no confusion about what comes next.
The public knows because Debbie Harris makes sure they know.
Fast, responsive and unfailingly clear, Harris has become the steady voice residents rely on when information matters most. Whether it is weather-related closures, schedule changes or critical government updates, her press releases arrive quickly and accurately. They are written in plain language, free of jargon and ambiguity, and designed to answer questions before they are even asked.
In moments of uncertainty, that kind of communication is not just helpful. It is essential.
Harris serves as Clerk to the Board and Assistant to the County Manager, roles that place her at the center of county operations and decision-making. From preparing official records to coordinating communication between elected officials, staff and the public, her work requires precision, discretion and trust. Those qualities are evident not only in how she does her job but in how consistently she does it well.
Beyond Davidson County, Harris is recognized as a leader across North Carolina. She currently serves as Treasurer of the North Carolina Association of County Clerks and is a past president and chair within multiple statewide professional organizations. Those positions are not ceremonial. They are earned through years of demonstrated competence, reliability and peer respect.
Colleagues across the state look to Harris for guidance, mentorship and best practices. In a profession where accuracy and accountability are non-negotiable, her reputation is built on doing the work the right way every time.
For residents, the impact of that professionalism is simple but powerful. They receive timely information they can trust. They know where to look and who to rely on. There is confidence that when something changes, they will not be left in the dark.
Public service communication rarely draws attention when it is done well. That is often the point. But in Davidson County, it is worth pausing to recognize the person who makes seamless communication possible.
Simply put, Debbie Harris keeps Davidson County informed. And she does it like a rock star.
