At left, Ben Wicker being sworn into the office of Randolph County Judge by Judge Alex Bigger. Wicker replaces former judge Ronald Barnett, who was selected to fill the vacant position after David Jansen stepped down due to health reasons. Judge Wicker has worked for the City of Pocahontas for the past 10 years.
The Randolph County Courthouse was filled with elected officials on Monday, Jan. 2, during the annual swearing-in ceremony. Judge Alex Bigger swore in the many…