Three Top Bristol Virginia Leaders Have Said They Won’t Be Running For Re-Election In May. Mayor Jim Rector, Vice Mayor Ernie Sprouse And Councilman Fred Bowman Have Said Their Names Won’t Appear On The Ballot. The Decision Comes After A Year Of Conflicts With Junior Councilmen Guy Odum And Jim Heaney. Meanwhile, Three City School Board Seats Are Up For Grabs And Two Of Three Incumbents Are Seeking Re-Election. The City Election Is Set For May 4th.