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Russell County Sheriff qualifies unopposed, pledges continued service
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- Sheriff Heath Taylor qualifies unopposed for re-election, ending Friday's qualifying period as sole candidate.
- Taylor expresses gratitude for 16 years serving Russell County, pledges continued service and future improvements.
Russell County Sheriff Heath Taylor has qualified for re-election and is unopposed.
As of 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, the qualifying period for the race ended and Taylor was the only candidate for the position of Sheriff.
“I took a moment to reflect on how thankful and honored I am to continue serving the citizens of Russell County,” Taylor said. “Being your Sheriff is a lifelong career dream, and it is an honor I never take for granted.”
Taylor said great things are ahead for the Russell County Sheriff’s Office.
Taylor has been the sheriff of the county for going on 16 years.
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