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Craig Ford

Updated Jan 8, 2026

About

A native and lifelong resident of Gadsden, Craig’s commitment to first responders earned him the ‘golden ax,’ the highest award for firefighters. A strong supporter of the U.S. military, he also serves as a captain in the Alabama National Guard.

Craig’s service to Gadsden was highly effective. Twice, his fellow lawmakers in Montgomery recognized him as Most Outstanding Legislator. He also worked as a champion for local schools and secured funding for local school construction projects. Ford’s passion for education is a family commitment, as his wife, Gwen Glover, is a teacher at Gadsden State Community College.

A local businessman, Craig owns Hodges-Ford Insurance and The Messenger, a weekly newspaper. His wife, Gwen, is a teacher at Gadsden State Community College. They have two children: Jon Craig, Jr. (Jonathan) and Wells Elizabeth.

Education Information

Known educational history for Craig Ford from Gadsden, AL.

  • BS, Marketing, Auburn University, 1991

Political Information

Known political history for Craig Ford from Gadsden, AL.

  • Candidate, Gadsden, AL Mayor, 2022
  • Candidate, Alabama State Senate, District 10, 2018
  • Minority Leader, Alabama State House of Representatives, 2010-2018
  • Representative, Alabama State House of Representatives, District 28, 2000-2018

Professions Information

Known professional history for Craig Ford from Gadsden, AL.

  • Co-Owner, The Messenger Newspaper, 2003-present
  • Co-Owner, Hodges Ford Insurance Agency, 2000-present
  • Claims, State Farm Insurance, 1992-2000
  • Captain, United States Army Reserves
  • Served, Alabama State National Guard

Congressional Information

Known congressional history for Craig Ford from Gadsden, AL.

  • Member, Alabama Insurance Department of Consumer Loans, present
  • Member, Energy Council, present
  • Former Member, Ways and Means Education Committee, Alabama State House of Representatives
  • Former Ranking Minority Member, Commerce and Small Business Committee, Alabama State House of Representatives