John Blevins, Owner Of Gunrunners USA In Blountville, Has Announced Plans To Run For The 4th District Senate Seat. He Attempted To Run For Sullivan County Sheriff In 2014, But Didn’t Meet The State Qualifications. Blevins Said He Was Kicked Off The Ballot Then But Is Now Running To Prove A Political Point. He Said He Plans To Do Everything He Can To Change The State Code. Blevins Is Running Against Republican State Representative Jon Lundberg, Neal Kerney And Former Representative Tony Shipley In The Primary For The Senate Seat Currently Held By Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey, Who’s Not Seeking Re-Election.