Thad Turnipseed, Republican candidate for State Senate District 5 responded to the announcement today that fellow opponent Howard Garrison is withdrawing from the race. “I certainly wish Howard the best, for his health and in his future endeavors,” Turnipseed said, “I respect anyone who makes the decision to run for public office. Mr. Garrison has run a great campaign. Our team thanks him for that and we wish him and his family the best.”

Turnipseed is one of two candidates now seeking the Republican nomination for the Alabama State Senate District 5 seat in the June 1st primary. “This has been a good race so far” he said. “I expect it to stay that way.” Turnipseed says he plans to continue his campaigning and neighborhood “meet-and-greets” throughout Tuscaloosa, Walker, Jefferson and Winston Counties in the next six weeks leading up to the race.

Turnipseed currently serves as Director of Athletic Facilities, Capital Projects and Events with The University of Alabama Athletic Department. He also serves as Director of Football External Affairs with the UA athletic department. In addition, he is owner of Turnipseed Enterprises, a Tuscaloosa homebuilding company. Turnipseed is married to Melissa Nix Turnipseed, a native of Jefferson County. The couple has four children. Turnipseed’s detailed plan for District 5 can be found at www.voteturnipseed.com.