NewsThe GuardianMay 20, 2026United States
Cohutta Mayor Resigns After Firing Police Force
Cohutta Mayor Ron Shinnick has resigned from his position citing family health concerns. His departure follows a controversial attempt to fire the entire town police department, a decision that was later overturned by the local governing council.
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Key Facts
- Mayor Ron Shinnick resigned on 15 May after serving since 2014.
- The mayor previously attempted to fire the entire Cohutta police department.
- The local governing council reversed the mayor's decision to fire the police force.