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Hunter Hill resigns seat to focus on Governor race
Hunter Hill
Staff Report
Updated: Aug 30, 2017, 2:22 PM
Published: Aug 30, 2017, 2:24 PM

Atlanta, GA - Tuesday, conservative Army Ranger Hunter Hill, notified Governor Nathan Deal's office and Senate leadership that he will resign his seat in the Georgia State Senate. Hill issued the following statement:

“Serving the people of Georgia’s 6th Senate District has been an incredible honor, and I greatly appreciate the support they have shown me during my time in the General Assembly," he said. "My constituents deserve a state senator who will devote his or her full attention to their priorities next session, and my resignation will afford the voters that opportunity.

"Running for governor is a serious undertaking and one that deserves each candidate’s full commitment. Unfortunately, two of my opponents have a history of holding one office while pursuing another. Georgians don’t want candidates for governor putting their political careers ahead of the future of our state.

"Georgia needs true conservative leadership to reach its full potential, and I’m committed to taking our vision to every corner of our state." 
Alana Sanders announces bid for Democratic Primary of Georgia chair
Alana Sanders
Alana Sanders. - photo by Contributed Photo
Evan Newton
Updated: May 1, 2025, 9:03 PM
Published: May 1, 2025, 8:56 PM

NEWTON COUNTY – Former Newton County District 3 commissioner Alana Sanders has made her next political move known.

On April 23, via her “Commissioner Alana Sanders” Facebook page, Sanders announced she qualified for the Democratic Party of Georgia chair position. The position is currently held by interim chair Matthew Wilson after previous chair Nikema Williams stepped down.

The Covington News reached out to Sanders for comment, but one was not returned as of press time. However, she did reveal her motivations behind the move via her Facebook page.

“This journey began in 2024 when I was sought out and asked if I would allow my name to be placed in the race,” Sanders said. “After much prayer, reflection, and meaningful conversations with leaders and community members across the state, I accepted. When the opportunity officially opened in 2025, I got to work immediately to get the approval of the state committee members to be placed on the ballot.”

Sanders will face off against six other opponents – Charlie Bailey, Hardie Davis, Wendy Davis, Nikita Hemingway, Jay Jones and Nabilah Islam Parkes. The election will take place on May 3 in Atlanta, according to the Democratic Party of Georgia website.

Sanders served on the Newton County Board of Commissioners from 2021-24 as District 3 commissioner. However, she lost her seat in a runoff to now-suspended Stephanie Lindsey. Andre Cooper currently serves as District 3 commissioner after being appointed by Governor Brian Kemp.