County Council in Councilmanic District 1, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Bernadette C. Cannady — County Council in Councilmanic District 1, Maryland

  Public information about Bernadette C. Cannady's candidacy for County Council in Councilmanic District 1, Maryland, is not available at this time. Details regarding her platform, political experience, and biographical background could not be found through publicly accessible sources. Therefore, a comprehensive biography cannot be provided.

• Shanie P. Shields — County Council in Councilmanic District 1, Maryland

  Shanie P. Shields, a Democrat, represents District 1 on the Wicomico County Council in Maryland, a position she has held since December 6, 2022. Before her election to the County Council, Shields served three terms on the Salisbury City Council. She earned an associate degree from Wor-Wic Community College and attended Salisbury State College. Her professional background includes positions at Peninsula General Hospital, Salisbury State College, Thompson Publishing Group, and The Daily Times. Shields is also active in her community, serving as the Board President of the Chipman Foundation Inc. and as a member of the Wicomico Behavioral Health Council, Local Management Board, Social Services Advisory Board, and the Tri-County Council.