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Incumbents grab early leads in heavy voting
  Gov. Kay Ivey, Attorney General Steve Marshall, Alabama District 66 Rep. Alan Baker and U.S. Congressman Bradley Byrne grabbed big leads in early and unofficial voting results reported by the Alabama Secretary of State Office.   Ivey led challenger Walt Maddox by a 334-86 margin in the first returns posted, while Marshall, an Atmore native, held a 330-92 lead over challenger Joseph Siegelman.   Baker held a similar lead…
by Don Fletcher access_time6 years ago
Sheriff, BOE seat, legislative seat on ballot
By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer Like their counterparts across the state, Escambia County voters will help select in the November 6 General Election the individual who will fill the governor’s seat for the next four years. But local voters will also choose the county’s first new sheriff since 2003 and help select the local area’s representative in the Alabama Legislature. Some will also decide between an incumbent school board…
by Don Fletcher access_time6 years ago
Crucial amendments on General Election ballot
By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer While selection of Alabama’s governor for the next four years — along with the individuals who will fill several other state and local offices — highlights the November 6 General Election in Alabama, voters will also decide whether to amend the state’s constitution to bring it more up to date. The proposed amendments include language that more clearly defines religious freedom, addresses the issue…
by Don Fletcher access_time6 years ago
Smith announces candidacy for House District 66
The following announcement of candidacy was submitted by the candidate. Atmore, Ala – Councilwoman Susan Smith formally has announced she is running for the Alabama House of Representatives District 66 Seat. She made the announcement at a campaign event last night [July12] at the Royal Oaks Bed and Breakfast. “I believe the people of Alabama deserve officials that want the same things they do,” said Councilwoman Smith. “As your representative,…
by Submitted Article access_time6 years ago