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Jacob Ladon Edwards
Born in Huntsville, Alabama, Jacob Ladon Edwards graduated from Sparkman High School (located in Harvest, Alabama) in 2022. He is the son of Melissa and Daryl Edwards.

Often referred to as "Mr. President", "Prez", or even "Landon" is a public figure in the state of Alabama. Edwards began his career of public service in 2020 with the start of The People's News of Harvest, Alabama that spread positivity throughout the Harvest/ Monrovia/ Toney communities. From there, Jacob participated in many different local political campaigns including Andy Whitt (Alabama State Representative, District 6), Chris Shaw, Principal of Sparkman High School (Madison County Schools Superintendent Race), and Dale Strong (United States Congress, Alabama's Fifth Congressional District). Seeing a need for change in his community, Jacob Edwards decided to run for Student Government President during his tenure at Sparkman High and was elected by peers in the Fall of 2021 to represent the student body. He didn't stop there. Edwards then went on to hold officer positions in every other club he was involved in-- 10 to be exact. Jacob Edwards was the recipient of the 2022 Sparkman High School John J. Sparkman Award upon graduation.

After high school, Jacob attended the University of Alabama located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. There he is currently studying Public Relations, BA with double minors in Real Estate and Sports Management. During his time at the university, he also works alongside the Alabama Crimson Tide football team as an equipment manager.

Edwards says his biggest accomplishment comes from after receiving a major brain procedure in the Spring of 2022. He claims the ability to recover fast from such a large procedure has allowed him to understand how finite life is and to now view everything he faces through the perspective of those around him.