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After Decades of Service, Mike Downs and Rich Koch Receive Public Tribute

The men, known for their integrity and institutional knowledge, were honored with Congressional recognition and community gratitude.

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Chris Miller
Jun 20, 2025
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Former county manager Mike Downs with former county attorney Rich Koch. Photo credit: Michael Anderson

Mike Downs and Rich Koch each spent decades in key leadership roles serving Cabarrus County — Downs as county manager, Koch as county attorney.

But despite their longstanding service, neither man left office on his own terms.

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