🏘️ The Gist: Incumbent Al Thurman retained his seat as Powder Springs mayor, affirming residents’ support for his continued leadership.
📘 The Details: In a clear affirmation of his tenure, Al Thurman has been re-elected as mayor of Powder Springs, securing a commanding majority in a fully reported vote count.
🔢 By The Numbers:
- Al Thurman, the incumbent, led with 62.55% of the vote, totaling 1,478 votes.
- Challenger Larry W. Thomas earned 37.45%, translating to 885 votes from the city electorate.
- Out of the 2,363 votes cast, a significant majority rallied behind the experienced leadership of Thurman.
🌆 In Context: This mayoral election was more than a race; it was a referendum on Thurman’s current tenure as mayor. The residents’ choice underscores a satisfaction with the direction in which Thurman has steered their community, amidst evolving challenges and opportunities.

Thom Chandler
Thom Chandler is the editor of The Georgia Sun and has been writing, editing and managing websites and blogs since 1995. He is a lifelong Georgian and one of those increasingly rare Atlanta natives.