Businessman and local pastor Mike Densmore announced Thursday that he is running for mayor of Alexander City, pledging to be a voice for residents and bring his decades of experience to local government.

“As mayor, I will listen to the people of Alex City, and I will represent their interests,” said Densmore. “When you are a public servant, you work for the people, and I believe my time in business and serving as a pastor in this community gives me a unique perspective on moving our city forward.”

Born and raised in Alexander City, Densmore graduated from Benjamin Russell High School before earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Education at Auburn University, where he played on the football and wrestling teams.

Densmore began his career as a teacher and coach at Gadsden City Schools a

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