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Ainsworth launches campaign with down-home flair, commitment to ethics, jobs, and reform

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter On Saturday evening, a packed house at Guntersville City Hall celebrated with State Rep. Will Ainsworth as he announced his candidacy for Lieutenant Governor. He said, “After a lot of prayer, and a lot of council, it’s time for a new day in Alabama, and I’m excited to announce … Continued
June 26, 2017

State Rep. Will Ainsworth to run for Lieutenant Governor

By Staff Alabama Political Reporter State Rep. Will Ainsworth is expected to announce his candidacy for Lieutenant Governor on Saturday at a kick-off rally in Guntersville. Ainsworth, a first term Representative who represents Marshall, Dekalb and Blount Counties, is now running to oversee the Alabama Senate and be second in line to the Governorship. In … Continued
June 23, 2017

Non-Educator Selected as State Superintendent

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—At least 30 school superintendents were on hand when the State Board of Education selected a Massachusetts education consultant to lead the Alabama Department of Education (ALSDE). On a 5 to 4 vote, “dark horse” candidate Michael Sentance won after several rounds of voting. Over the last several years, … Continued
August 12, 2016

Kay Ivey Wins the 2016 AIAA Public Service Award

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, June 15, 2016 Alabama Lieutenant Governor Kay Ivey (R) was awarded the 2016 American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Public Service Award last night. The award was given at the AIAA Aerospace Spotlight Awards Gala at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, D.C. … Continued
June 17, 2016

Line of Succession

By Bill BrittAlabama Political Reporter  MONTGOMERY—After reports of the State’s first lady filing for divorce from Gov. Robert Bentley, questions concerning executive succession began to surface. According to Article 5, Section 127 of the 1901 Constitution, the order of succession is as follows:  Governor Lieutenant Governor President Pro Tempore of the Senate Speaker of the … Continued
September 1, 2015

Stan Cooke Addresses St. Clair County Republicans

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, candidate for Lieutenant Governor Stan Cooke (R) spoke to the St. Clair County Republican Party at the Moody City Hall. The Sumiton businessman, minister, and educator is running for the office currently held by Lieutenant Governor Kay Ivey (R). Stan Cooke said, “It is a distinct honor … Continued
October 29, 2013

Dr. Stan Cooke Announces His Candidacy for Lt. Governor



By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, Dr. Stan Cooke from Birmingham announced on the Alabama Capital steps that he will pursue the Republican nomination for Alabama Lieutenant Governor. Dr. Cooke said, “I am here today with my family and friends to announce that I am a candidate for the Office of Lt. Governor … Continued
August 21, 2013

Dr. Stan Cooke to Officially Announce His Candidacy for Lt. Governor



By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Today, Dr. Stan Cooke, from Birmingham will officially announce his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Alabama Lieutenant Governor. Dr. Cooke has served for years as an administrator, pastor, and Instructor. The official announcement will be on Tuesday, August 20th on the Capital steps. Dr. Cooke will be challenging … Continued
August 20, 2013

Ninesling Joins Statewide Democratic Candidates

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–A Democrat has announced that he plans to contest Lieutenant Governor Kay Ivey in the 2014 election. Scott Ninesling, a paramedic from Pine Level, has joined Miranda Joseph on the list of Democrats for statewide office in the coming cycle. Ninesling has never sought public office before now, but … Continued
July 17, 2013