Governor Ivey makes appointments for district judgeship and district attorney positions Ivey filled vacancies in the 17th, 28th and 35th judicial circuits. Jacob HolmesJanuary 28, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey appoints new Talladega County district judge J. Scott Brewer receives judgeship after 16 years as an assistant district attorney in Talladega County courtrooms. Mary Claire WootenJune 25, 2024
Courts Governor appoints Ben Baxley to Elmore County judgeship Baxley will fill the vacancy left by Judge Patrick Pinkston. StaffApril 25, 2024
Elections Samantha Copelan announces bid for Lee County District Court The Republican primary election is scheduled for March 5, 2024. StaffJune 14, 2023
Elections Thomas shows strong fundraising start in Lee County district judge race Lee County Chief Assistant District Attorney Clay Thomas, a first-time candidate, raised over $30,000 so far this year. StaffJune 2, 2023
Legislature House sends bill creating 13 new judgeships to Gov. Kay Ivey The bill passed 103-0 and will be sent to Gov. Kay Ivey for her signature into law. Jacob HolmesMay 24, 2023
Governor Ivey appoints new Autauga County sheriff, district judge Both Harrell and Sanders were runners up in the races for their respective positions in the 2022 election cycle. Jacob HolmesJanuary 16, 2023