In the upcoming municipal elections, community members will elect their next mayor, council members and other local representatives.

The State of Alabama will be implementing a new security measure for elections beginning next year. Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, is announcing the introduction of a security emblem to Alabama ballots in 2026.

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen is touting new security measures. That includes a partnership with the Department of Homeland Security and adding an invisible emblem to election ballots. “Full stop.

All five council seats in Gulf Shores and four of the five in Orange Beach are also contested, setting the stage for an active two months of campaigning ahead of the Aug. 26 municipal election.

Qualifying ended Tuesday for candidates who intend to be on the ballot in the August municipal elections.

Alabama introduces an invisible emblem to enhance ballot security by 2026, aiming to protect election integrity with changing designs each cycle.

Montgomery attorney Caroleene Dobson says she is running for secretary of state in 2026. Dobson said Thursday her priorities if elected include election security, reducing fees and getting legislation passed that will enable statewide post-election audits.

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WTVA) — Matt Woods won Tuesday’s election for Alabama Senate District 5. The Republican won 86% of the vote over Democrat Ryan Cagle. The district covers Lamar, Fayette and Walker counties, as well as parts of Tuscaloosa and Jefferson counties.

District 13 Alabama House Rep. Matt Woods is moving into the Alabama Senate, as the Republican easily beat Democratic challenger Ryan Cagle in the District 5 special election June 24.