Wayne E. Emerick Jr., 58, of Alum Bank. I am the Republican Candidate for Bedford County Sheriff.

I currently reside in Alum Bank and engaged to Patricia Baraniak, of Everett.

I am a proud father of four children, I am also a proud Grandfather. I am of strong Christian faith, and raised my children as such.

I am a lifetime resident of Bedford County and a graduate of Chestnut Ridge High School.

Following graduation, I served four years in the U.S. Marine Corps, and also a Combat veteran. During my enlistment I was meritoriously promoted and obtained the rank of Sergeant.

Emerick saw comba...