Thank you to Nick Wilson, the Assistant Fire Chief at Hwy 58 Volunteer Fire Department, for your endorsement. First responders and law enforcement officers deserve our unwavering support, and I will always advocate and stand up for them in any way I can. The last day to register to vote is Monday, October 5th! Make sure you and your whole family are ready to cast your ballots. Bofortn.com

Thank you to my friend Commissioner Eversole for his endorsement and support. There are 2 weeks left to register to vote. Make sure you do it before October 5th!

A huge thank you to Ms. Lyon, my 6th-grade teacher at Normal Park Elementary, for her endorsement and support! I’m grateful to represent her voice in District 11. I would be honored to have your vote for my reelection.

On this week's episode of Tennessee Today, I had the honor of speaking with Baron Herdelin-Doherty, CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga. We had a great conversation about the YMCA's mission, their work in the childcare space, and all of the programs they have to help our communities. Check it out anywhere you get your podcasts or at tennesseetoday.podbean.com/

Last night, we officially kicked off my 2026 campaign for Senate District 11. I’m excited to share with you our official campaign video, encompassing what we’ve accomplished and what more we can do, together. My priorities remain: - Continue to reduce taxes for Tennesseeans - Continue to improve education and opportunity for all students - Continue to strengthen public safety and support our first responders - Continue to invest in our roads and bridges - And continue to protect our conservative values that have made Tennessee strong for 130 years Thank you to every supporter, volunteer, and constituent for your support. My work isn’t done. Let’s do this.

Today, we celebrated an important step forward for the replacement of the Wilcox Boulevard Bridge with the ceremonial signing of a grant that will make this long-awaited project a reality. This project has been talked about for a long time and will make a real difference for the people who live, work and travel through this part of our community. This is a true investment for Hamilton County, and I am excited to see this become a reality.

A new episode of my podcast, Tennessee Today, is out now - and it's a little different! I answered all kinds of questions from my viewers about lots of topics. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts or at the link below. tennesseetoday.podbean.com/e…

Last night I had the opportunity to attend one of Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department's training sessions. They even let me jump in! What an amazing group of people who fight every day to protect and keep our community safe. Thank you for all you do.

Small businesses are the backbone of our communities and drive a large part of our state’s economy. I’m proud to stand with Tennessee’s small business owners and grateful for the NFIB Tennessee PAC’s endorsement in this upcoming election. NFIB Tennessee PAC Endorses Bo Watson In Senate District 11 Race - Chattanoogan.com

Last week, I had the honor of presenting a Tennessee flag that I had flown over the State Capitol to the students and teachers at Normal Park Museum Magnet! We also took some time to learn and recite the official salute to the Tennessee flag, an important part of our state's history. I loved spending time at my alma mater. Go Lightning!

Yesterday, I had the privilege to present Mark Hopkins, the owner of Hoppy's North River Corner Market with a with a Senate Joint Resolution. Hoppy's has won Chattanooga's Burger week two years in a row! This resolution will be preserved forever in the Tennessee State Library and Archives, marking not only Hoppy's remarkable success, but also their historical reputation in Chattanooga. Congratulations!

I’m excited to officially kick off my 2026 campaign on Thursday, September 10, at 5 p.m. at Greenway Farm Conference Center! It has been the honor of my life to serve the people of District 11 and Hamilton County, and I look forward to continuing that work. I hope you’ll join me as we kick off the campaign and if you plan to attend, please fill out the form below. I look forward to seeing you there! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

A brand-new episode of my podcast, Tennessee Today, is out now with special guest Former U.S. Representative Zach Wamp! Find it anywhere you get your podcasts or at tennesseetoday.podbean.com/e…

Thank you to everyone that came out and voted in the TN State Senate District 11 Republican primary. I am humbled by your support. It is an honor to represent the community where I was born, grew up, was educated, work, worship and play. But, we still have so much work to do! So… It’s on to November and the General Election!

Today we celebrated the opening of Hamilton County's new Medical Examiner's Office and Regional Forensic Center, which is a major investment in public safety and justice for our community. This modernized center will equip staff with the space and technology needed to work more efficiently while helping families receive answers with dignity, care, and respect.