Municipal Elections Scheduled in North Alabama

North Alabama, August 27, 2025

News Summary

North Alabama will hold municipal elections where voters will choose mayors, city council members, and school board positions across various cities. Significant races include the mayoral contests in Decatur, Athens, Florence, and Madison, with many candidates vying for leadership roles. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., encouraging citizens to participate in shaping their local governance. Voters should verify polling locations ahead of the elections.

North Alabama will hold municipal elections on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, where voters across several cities will cast their votes for mayors, city council seats, and school board positions. These elections are crucial as they determine local leadership and direction for the upcoming years.

In Decatur, former Mayor Tab Bowling is not seeking reelection, leading to a competitive race with four candidates vying for the mayoral role. The candidates include city councilman Billy Jackson, Kent Lawrence, William “Butch” Matthews, and Suzi Wiley. Voters in Decatur will make a significant choice to fill the mayor’s office as the city prepares for new leadership.

Meanwhile, ~in Athens, incumbent Mayor Ronnie Marks seeks to retain his seat. He faces challengers Danny Whitfield and Mark Wilson, both aiming to unseat the current mayor and bring their own visions for the city’s future.

In Florence, Mayor Andy Betterton is stepping down from the mayoral race to run for a city council seat. This has opened the door for seven candidates who are campaigning to become the next mayor of Florence. The extensive competition highlights significant interest in city governance.

Beyond these key races, mayoral elections will also take place in Russellville, Moulton, and Fort Payne, allowing voters in those locations to influence their local leadership.

The upcoming elections also feature a notable race in Madison, where candidates include Ranae Bartlett, the current City Council President Pro Tempore; M. Margi Daly, a former council and county commission member from New Jersey; and Steve Smith, who currently serves as the City Administrator and was also a city council member. The voter turnout in Madison is particularly important as it includes seven council races, with only three of those being competitive. Notably, an incumbent, Maura Wroblewski from District 1, is the only one unopposed.

The elections for Madison’s council also reveal a mix of competitive and unopposed seats, with District 4 featuring challengers Rachel Homolak and Michael McKay for the seat currently held by Greg Shaw, who is not running for reelection. District 6 features incumbent Karen Denzine, who is facing challengers Scott Harbour and Erica White. In District 7, the race includes incumbent John D. Seifert II against challenger Kenneth Jackson.

On election day, polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m., allowing ample time for citizens to make their voices heard. Voters are advised to verify their polling locations, as changes may have occurred due to redistricting efforts.

Key Takeaways from North Alabama Municipal Elections

• Municipal elections on August 26, 2025.
• Mayor races in Decatur, Athens, Florence, Madison, Russellville, Moulton, and Fort Payne.
• Decatur: Four candidates competing for mayor; current mayor not seeking reelection.
• Athens: Incumbent mayor running against two challengers.
• Florence: Seven candidates vying to replace mayor who is moving to city council.
• Madison: Multiple council seats up for election, several competitive races.

Voting Information

Polls will be operational from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the election day. Voters are encouraged to check their polling locations before heading out to vote.

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Additional Resources

• WAFF: Municipal Elections in North Alabama
• WAAY: Ranae Bartlett Wins Madison Mayoral Race
• Axios: Madison Election, Mayor, Council, Polling
• Wikipedia: Elections in the United States
• Google Search: North Alabama municipal elections

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