SALYERSVILLE, Ky. (WMDJ) — Magoffin County Judge-Executive Matthew Wireman announced Tuesday evening that he plans to retire at the end of 2025, with the intention of returning to run for the office again in 2026.
In a statement posted on social media, Wireman said his final day in office will be December 31, 2025, with his official retirement beginning January 1, 2026. He explained the move is required to meet a mandatory 12-month break in service before seeking another term as Judge-Executive.
Wireman said the decision was made after discussions with his family and was not related to health concerns, political pressure, or fear of an election. He cited the need to properly set up pension survivorship benefits and to provide additional support for his daughter as she prepares to attend college.
He also referenced a health scare in 2024 and the death of his father at a young age as factors that influenced the timing of his decision.
While stepping away from office temporarily, Wireman emphasized he is not leaving public service and said he fully intends to seek and win a third term as Magoffin County Judge-Executive in 2026.
Wireman said the retirement is a pause, not an end, and asked for patience and support from county residents during the transition.
*Photo courtesy of the Kentucky County Judge/Executive Association
