Madison County Commissioner Kevin Hicks announced Tuesday that he is running for mayor of Jackson, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News reported.
He made the announcement in a crowded assembly room of friends and supporters at the Old Country Store, the station said.
In a statement, Hicks said, "Our city deserves honest leadership, a renewed focus on basic services, and a future built with the involvement of residents from across the community."
"My focus is always going to be centered around public safety, seeing how we can bridge the gap with education so we can have these hard conversations about why there's a certain specific group of people that are living here in Jackson that are struggling with affordability," Hicks said.
Hicks said his decision follows months of listening to residents, business owners and community members about their hopes and concerns for Jackson.
WBBJ previously reported that Hicks formed an exploratory committee in May to consider a campaign, and that Jackson's city election is May 4, 2027. The Tuesday report did not name campaign staff or list a running mate.
Sources: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News