Jasper City Councilman DeMarcus Holmes released the following statement regarding a recent Jasper City Council meeting:

Public Statement Regarding Recent Council Meeting and Community Concerns

August 5, 2025

To the citizens of Jasper and all who or concerned:

I want to take a moment to directly address those who have questioned the nature and intent of my recent call-in during the council meeting.

If the goal was truly to restore and support JEDCO, then it is reasonable to ask: what is the issue now? From where I stand, it appears other motives have been at play—motives that do not align with transparency, fairness, or progress. I find this deeply disappointing.

I continue to believe in the importance and mission of JEDCO. However, I cannot condone the behavior of those who sow divis

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