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Bedsole endorsed by the Alabama Association of Realtors

Republican candidate Russell Bedsole’s campaign for the Alabama House of Representatives District 49 announced that Bedsole has received the endorsement of the Alabama Association of Realtors, the largest statewide organization of real estate professionals. “After 22 years in law enforcement, Russell Bedsole understands how protecting our families, homes, and private property rights leads to safer, … Continued
August 28, 2020

Alabama State Fraternal Order of Police endorses Russell Bedsole

The Alabama State Fraternal Order of Police endorsed Republican candidate Russell Bedsole in the special election in Alabama House of Representatives District 49. Bedsole is a Captain with the Shelby County sheriff’s Department and currently serves on the Alabaster City Council. “There is no doubt that our country, state, and communities are facing extreme challenges,” … Continued
August 13, 2020

Mimi Penhale, Russell Bedsole advance to GOP runoff in HD49

Republican voters in House District 49 went to the polls Tuesday to nominate their next representative. Miriam “Mimi” Penhale and Russell Bedsole received the most votes and will advance on to the special Republican primary runoff scheduled for Sept. 1. “What an incredible day!” Bedsole said. “Thank you friends and family for your love, support, … Continued
August 5, 2020

Republicans vote today in House District 49 primary

The special Republican primary for House District 49 is Tuesday. Republican voters in portions of Bibb, Chilton and Shelby Counties are voting to determine who will represent them in the Alabama House of Representatives. There is no special Democratic primary because Cheryl Patton is the only Democrat who qualified. Competing in the special Republican primary … Continued
August 4, 2020

Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Mimi Penhale in House District 49 primary

The Alabama Farmers Federation announced Monday in a statement that it is endorsing candidate Miriam “Mimi” Penhale for the vacant Alabama House District 49 seat. The special Republican primary is Tuesday. Bibb County Farmers Federation President Ashton Cottingham said, “Having been raised on a farm, Mimi understands and can relate to rural Alabama and the … Continued
August 4, 2020

Sheriff Samaniego endorses Russell Bedsole in House District 49

Shelby County Sheriff John Samaniego has endorsed Russell Bedsole for Alabama House of Representatives District 49. The election is Tuesday. Bedsole, who has 21 years of experience with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, announced his candidacy for the vacant District 49 seat on June 2, 2020. “As a longtime member of the Shelby County Sheriff’s … Continued
August 3, 2020

Conservation Alabama endorses Russell Bedsole in House District 49 race

Conservation Alabama announced Thursday that the group is endorsing Russell Bedsole in the special Republican primary on Tuesday, Aug. 4. “Conservation Alabama Action Fund is pleased to announce the endorsement of Russell Bedsole in the State House District 49 Special Election,” the group said in a statement. Tammy Monistere is the executive director of the … Continued
July 31, 2020

Donna Strong seeks Republican nomination in House District 49

Donna Strong is touting her experience as an educator in her bid to win the Republican nomination for Alabama House District 49 special election. Strong is a veteran educator with 31 years of teaching experience at the middle, high school and college levels. She hopes to bring that experience and educational knowledge to the Alabama … Continued
July 30, 2020

Longtime Clanton Mayor Billy Joe Driver dies from COVID-19 complications

Longtime Clanton Mayor Billy Joe Driver passed away Thursday after complication from COVID-19. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey released a statement on Thursday, mourning Driver’s death. “Today, the state of Alabama lost a valued public servant of many years, Mayor Billy Joe Driver,” Ivey wrote. “After his battle with COVID-19, Mayor Driver passed on to his … Continued
July 10, 2020

Alabama House District 49 major party candidate qualifying is closed

Tuesday, the Alabama Republican Party closed its candidate qualifying period for the Alabama House of Representatives District 49 special primary election. The following individuals have qualified to run as Republicans for the District 49 seat: Russell Bedsole, James Dean, Chuck Martin, Jackson McNeely, Mimi Penhale, and Donna Strong. The Alabama Political Reporter talked Wednesday to … Continued
June 4, 2020