Alabama State Senator Tim Melson, R-Florence, announced last Friday that he will seek reelection to the Alabama State Senate in 2026, pledging to continue “his strong, conservative leadership” for District 1, which includes Lauderdale and Limestone counties, his release shared.
“I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished, but there’s more work to do, especially with President Trump’s recent announcement that Space Command is coming to North Alabama,” said Senator Melson. “North Alabama is growing, and I want to continue fighting for the people of Lauderdale and Limestone counties—to protect our conservative values, improve job opportunities, and ensure our families and communities have a voice in Montgomery.”
Melson emphasized that his reelection campaign will focus on continuing the progress made in economic development, education, healthcare and public safety—while ensuring that state government remains accountable to the people it serves.
“I’m running for re-election because I love this state, and I believe in the people of North Alabama,” Melson added. “It’s been an honor to serve, and I look forward to earning the support of voters once again.”
Tim Melson was raised in Florence and graduated from the University of North Alabama. He received his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. After finishing school, Melson moved back to Florence where he began practicing as an anesthesiologist at Helen Keller Hospital. In addition to his duties as owner of Shoals Medical Trials, Melson owns and operates a crop farm and is a hobbyist cattleman.
Tim and his wife Lynn have been married 45 years. They have three children and five grandchildren, and they attend Wood Avenue Church of Christ in Florence.
