Columbus mayoral race part 1: Six candidates remain after councilman drops out

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) – Six candidates remain in the race for Columbus mayor after District 1 City Councilman Byron Hickey dropped out of the contest.

Three of the remaining candidates outlined their priorities and qualifications for the position during recent interviews. The remaining three candidates will be profiled in a follow-up report.

Mark Lajoye, a candidate with more than 41 years in law enforcement, said public safety would be his primary focus…

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