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William Green is the Republican nominee in SD26 special election

The Alabama Republican Party closed its candidate qualifying period for the Alabama Senate District 26 special primary election on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020, at 5 p.m., per the proclamation issued by Gov. Kay Ivey. William Green has qualified to be the Republican nominee as there is no other candidate who qualified as a Republican for … Continued
September 17, 2020

Seven candidates qualify for Senate District 26 special election

The Alabama Democratic Party and the Alabama Republican Party on Tuesday announced the names of the candidates who have qualified for a special election in state Senate District 26 to replace former Sen. David Burkette, D-Montgomery, who resigned and pleaded guilty in July to a misdemeanor count of misusing campaign funds.  Among those who qualified … Continued
September 16, 2020

Republican qualifying now open for State Senate District 26

The Alabama Republican Party has opened qualifying for the special election in Alabama Senate District 26, the district formerly held by Sen. David Burkette, D-Montgomery, who recently resigned his position as part of a plea agreement. Information on the qualifying process is available on the ALGOP website. People interested in qualifying should contact ALGOP Political … Continued
September 9, 2020

Gov. Kay Ivey sets special elections for Alabama Senate District 26 seat

Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday set special election dates for Alabama Senate District 26, vacated after the resignation and arrest of former state Sen. David Burkette.  Ivey set the special primary election for Tuesday, Nov. 17, and the special primary runoff, if necessary, for Tuesday, Dec. 15. The special general election is set for Tuesday, … Continued
September 6, 2020

Russell Bedsole wins Republican runoff in HD49

As of press time, it appears that Russell Bedsole has won a narrow victory over Mimi Penhale in the special Republican primary runoff election in Alabama House District 49. At press time, Bedsole had a 166-vote lead in unofficial results on the secretary of state’s website. “We won,” Bedsole declared on social media. Bedsole is … Continued
September 2, 2020

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
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
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

Jimmy Reynolds, Ben Robbins qualify as Republicans for Alabama House District 33

The Alabama Republican Party on Tuesday closed its candidate qualifying period for the Alabama House of Representatives District 33 special primary election scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 6. Jimmy Reynolds Jr. and Ben Robbins have qualified to run for the District 33 seat in the special Republican primary. “Our district is a wonderful place to raise … Continued
August 5, 2020