Special to the Times-Journal

Charles Centers has announced his candidacy for Rainsville City Council Place 1.

“I graduated from Albertville High School in 1982 and moved to Fort Payne, Alabama, in 1983. In 1989, I married Felecia Edmondson. We have two daughters, Meghan Bethune and Emily Phillips.” Phillips said he have spent 35 years in public service:

Fort Payne Rescue Squad 1982-1989

Fort Payne Fire Department 1989-1990

DeKalb Ambulance Service 1990-2003

Rainsville Rescue Squad 1989-1996

Rainsville Police Department 1995-2016

Affiliate Faculty American Heart Association 1983-2001

Red Cross CPR Instructor 1996-present

Defense Driving Instructor 1996-present

Pastor Bailey Chapel Church 2024-present

“I feel my 21 years as a Rainsville police officer and chief would well qualify me to serve as a council member. If elected, my plans are to hold to my conservative values, belief in small government, and help keep a balanced budget. I would greatly appreciate your vote and support,” Centers said.