Central City Council · Nov 3, 2026
David
Higgs
David Higgs, the incumbent, is running for Central City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 14 candidates are running for 8 seats.
The race · City Council
- 01Chris Cary
- 02Shannon CoombsIncumbent
- 03Jerry "Pat" DurallIncumbent
- 04Janet HearldIncumbent
- 05David HiggsYou’re reading
- 06Mike JenkinsIncumbent
- 07Mary Lee Kelly
- 08Ellanee LancasterIncumbent
- 09Jerry Legrand
- 10Richard "Dicky" MillerIncumbent
- 11Jack Reno
- 12Cassie ReynoldsIncumbent
- 13David L. Richey
- 14Brandon Wooldridge
Background
- About
- Member of the Central City City Council.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Nonpartisan
On the record: David Higgs
4 sourced01Mayor's office1 sourced position
Said the council chose to appoint Malcolm West as interim mayor for continuity in city government.
The Council felt this would be the best for continuity in our government”
Own statementWFIE 14 News · Jun 26, 2026Link
02City Hall investigation2 sourced positions
Was one of two council members named as contacts on the council's June 2026 press release requesting a state audit investigation of allegations involving roof repairs performed by then-Mayor Tony Armour.
Own statementCity of Central City · Jun 19, 2026Link
as reported by the Messenger-Inquirer; not a direct quote
Said in July 2026 that the Kentucky State Police were investigating allegations at City Hall, with help from the Kentucky Attorney General's Office.
Own statementMessenger-Inquirer · Jul 23, 2026Link
03Past elections1 sourced position
Ran for Central City City Council in 2024 (won, 815 votes).
Own statementWKMS · Nov 1, 2024Link
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