Melissa Lackey Oremus, born on November 17, 1978, hails from Aiken, South Carolina. She is a dedicated conservative Republican advocate, committed to economic growth, job creation, and upholding shared conservative values in Columbia.
Personal Details:
- Daughter of Danny L. Lackey and Patricia T. Welborn
- Married to James T. Oremus since October 29, 2005
- Proud mother of three children: Brooke Ashton, Jenna Carson, and Jacob Preston
Education:
- University of South Carolina-Aiken: B.S. (2001)
- Southern Wesleyan: M.S.M. (2008)
Community Involvement:
- Served on the Mead Hall School Board from 2010 to 2017
- Active member of the Aiken Mid-Day Lions and the NRA
- Attends Christian Heritage Church
Political Career:
- Elected in a special election on October 1, 2019, to fulfill the unexpired term of Ronnie A. Young, who had passed away
- Represents the 84th District in the South Carolina House of Representatives
- Proud member of the Republican party
- Also affiliated with the South Carolina Freedom Caucus
Melissa Oremus is not only a public servant but also a small business owner, wife, and devoted mother. Her commitment to conservative principles drives her work in the state legislature, where she advocates for the betterment of her community and the state as a whole.
