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Republican runoff Tuesday in House District 49

Republican voters in House District 49 head to the polls Tuesday to nominate their next representative. Miriam “Mimi” Penhale faces Russell Bedsole in the special Republican primary runoff. During the special Republican primary, the election was very tight between the two. Penhale received 829 votes, or 31.4 percent of the votes cast, and Bedsole received … Continued
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September 1, 2020

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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August 3, 2020