Hoke County residents deserve to understand how their government makes decisions, spends taxpayer dollars, and sets priorities.
Hoke County is strengthened by the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of its residents.
Strong local government depends on informed residents, meaningful public participation, and leaders who are accountable to the people they serve.
Public service demands honesty, sound judgment, and a commitment to putting the community’s interests first.
Harry Southerland was the product of a hard working and devoted single mother, the late Elvenia Southerland. Southerland is married to Juliet Southerland and he is the proud father of Te’Era, LaShena, Aliya, N’Diyah, and Laila.
I think there's no higher calling in terms of a career than public service, which is a chance to make a difference in people's lives and improve the world.
Aquatic Ecreation Center
Hoke Justice Center
Hoke High School
Agricultural Building
Southerland graduated with honors from Hoke County High School in 1985. After graduating from high school, Southerland studied at North Carolina State University where he received a B.A. Degree in Business Management in 1989. Southerland also received a. B. A. Degree in Economics the following year in 1990 Learn more
The Order of the Long leaf Pine Award in 2016 for his outstanding community service.
In 2000, Southerland became a rising star in NC politics as well as a successful businessman
Since being elected as a Hoke Commissioner in 1994, Southerland has received multiple accolades, including receiving:
North Carolina Board of Examiners for Optometry (appointed by the Governor) Read more