Governor Kay Ivey has appointed David Reed to be the new chairman of the Marshall County Commission.

Ivey announced the appointment on Friday, following the recent death of the former chairman, James Hutcheson, who passed away on May 3.

"A native of Marshall County, David Reed is known throughout north Alabama and across the state as a successful businessman and community leader," Ivey said. "Reed's many achievements in business have literally paved the way for economic growth and prosperity in the Tennessee Valley and at home in Marshall County. Over his career, he rose from superintendent to CEO of a prosperous road construction company while also devoting 15 years as a member of the Guntersville Board of Education. Reed's broad experience and proven leadership make him very qualified

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