Contentious Ozark mayor loses big in reelection bid
Ozark's mayor, censured in 2023 after turbulent exchanges and threats, lost his reelection bid, securing only 30 percent of the vote.
2025 Municipal Elections
Wes Allen encourages Alabamians to visit AlabamaVotes.gov ahead of municipal elections
Allen reminded voters to use AlabamaVotes.gov for key election details, including voter status, polling locations, and ID requirements.
August 20, 2025
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See recent postsMayor’s races around state next week
Who the mayor is of your city is probably the most important vote you will cast, so go vote next week.
Black Economic Alliance PAC endorses Woodfin for Birmingham mayor
The Black Economic Alliance's backing added to a growing list of key endorsements for Woodfin ahead of the August 26 election.
Mayor Woodfin unveils policy platform for Birmingham’s next chapter
Woodfin unveiled an agenda he says will enhance public safety, expand economic opportunity, and improve quality of life.
August 19, 2025
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See recent postsI’m a debate coach. Here’s what I make of the raucous Birmingham debate
While Tuesday’s debate involving five of the nine mayoral was unlikely to change many votes, it will likely influence voter enthusiasm.
SPLC Action Fund endorses Portia Shepherd for mayor of Uniontown
Portia Shepherd, a community advocate and executive director of BlackBelt Women Rising, received the SPLC Action Fund's endorsement for mayor.
August 13, 2025
Wes Allen reminds Alabamians to register to vote before municipal elections
The deadline to register to vote before August 26 municipal elections is Monday, August 11, 2025.
August 5, 2025