Houston County, Ala. (WDNews)– Houston County Commission Chairman, Brandon Shoupe, has officially announced his intention to seek reelection in 2026.
In a recent statement , Shoupe said the decision came after “much prayer and thoughtful consultation” with family and close supporters. He emphasized his belief that public service should focus on leaving future generations better off.
Since taking office, Shoupe highlighted several accomplishments from his tenure, including:
- Increasing the county’s road resurfacing budget
- Launching a $3.6 million reinvestment in recreation projects countywide
- Maintaining the county’s AA2 Bond Rating
- Prioritizing a future jail expansion to address public safety
- Preserving and redeveloping the historic Houston County Farm Center
- Modernizing county operations with new accounting and timekeeping systems
- Combating corruption in taxpayer-supported entities
- Assisting with storm cleanup efforts in and around Cottonwood
- Developing a strategic budgeting process
- Leading efforts to acquire land for a future bike and pedestrian trail connecting Downtown Dothan to the Town of Cowarts
- Opposing state legislation that he says would threaten public safety or burden local governments
Shoupe also thanked his campaign committee, which includes over two dozen community members and business leaders, for their support and shared enthusiasm for Southeast Alabama’s future.
He said more campaign details and goals will be shared in the months leading up to 2026.
