Melody Cartwright ran to represent Virginia's 48th District in the 

Special Election

January 9, 2024

1/10/2024: An Update from Melody

Despite the election outcome, I have called Eric Phillips to express my sincere congratulations. 

This journey has been enlightening and educational, presenting challenges that have tested my resilience. The experience, though demanding, has only fueled my passion for our community. If given the chance, I'd willingly embark on this journey again to continue making a positive impact on the place I deeply care about, my hometown and the surrounding areas of District 48.

Melody “Mel” Cartwright

Melody Cartwright is your neighbor and lifetime resident of Southside Virginia, running to fight for the people of the 48th District. Do you believe in funding our schools? Protecting personal freedoms?

Melody believes in your right to live and thrive in Southside. She wants to bring jobs to our area, improve housing availability and affordability, and support our kids with safe, well-funded schools.