Congratulations, Chapel King!

 

Several months ago, someone was heard to have asked Jimmy Oliver if he had any competition in the upcoming council race. He was reported to have said "Only that crazy woman."

Oliver had already 90% lost us when he kept pushing for Jackie Hendrix to take Jordan's seat. That remark sealed the deal. While some other elections could have turned out better for the City, we can now be assured Oliver and Hendrix will no longer be in collusion on major deals affecting Florence. 

We believe in Chapel, and she will have our 100% support!

Florence District 6? One Obvious Choice

 

Voters in District 6 in Florence have a choice between radio personality incumbent Jimmy Oliver and nurse/social worker/animal activist Chapel King. Who is better to lead us in the next four years of financially unstable government?

Mr. Oliver has, until recently, seemed like a fresh light in City government. He even took on Arts & Museum Director Brian Murphy and pointed out the error of the Project Say Something stalwart's ways. Then, he seemed to change. Why? We don't know, but he became involved in promoting projects that most felt were not in the city's best interest financially.

Then we have Ms. King. She's a long-time local activist who's promoting fiscal responsibility, as well as fair treatment of all City departments. In short, she's a real winner.

We believe in Chapel King and wholeheartedly endorse her for Florence District 6 City Council representative!

New Blood for Lauderdale County Commission!

 

There's never been a time when the Lauderale County Commission pleased everyone, nor will that time ever come. The past few years have seen little done concerning major road issues (think Paradise Drive in Waterloo) and problems with too little support for animal services. If you don't speak up, who will? Now is the time to get involved.

Here's the announcement from Chapel King that she will be running for the seat Brad Holmes is vacating. Read it. We think you'll like her:

I am a candidate for County Commission in Lauderdale County, District 1. I recently qualified to run and will be on the Republican Primary Ballot on May 24th.

I have deep roots in Lauderdale County; my family owned a local business (Ingram's) for 60 years. This background gives me a strong appreciation for our small businesses and entrepreneurs.

My husband, Phillip King, was a Volunteer Fireman at the Underwood-Petersville Volunteer Fire Department for five years. I served as Secretary of my graduating nursing class and since then I have been a Registered Nurse for 19 years. I am a conservative, Christian mother of three.

Currently, I serve as the Vice-President of Friends of the Florence-Lauderdale Animal Services. I am an active volunteer helping take care of animals. In recent years, I have also worked diligently to build support in the Alabama Legislature for an Outdoor Shelter Bill.

I have worked with the Lauderdale County Commission in the effort to set up a County Animal Control Department. I also gained experience working for the County Commission as a nurse. My duties there included maintaining the medical budget for the jail for 3 years.

I have never run for office before, though I have been active in local politics for several years. During that time, I have frequently attended County Commission Meetings and Work Sessions. My experience has prepared me to seek this office.

If I become your Commissioner, I intend to fund law enforcement and first responders within the county adequately, as well as address our infrastructure needs. I will vote to use your tax dollars wisely. I will truly listen to the people of District 1 and put their desires and needs first.

I have both the passion and the knowledge to succeed on the Commission. Many of you have seen me act and get results on animal issues; now let me show you what I can do for you!

Your vote in the Republican Primary on May 24th is critical for change.

Please join me in fighting for what is right for Lauderdale County. Together we can bring true citizen leadership to our County Commission.