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mailto:lscripps@elkvalleytimes.com T huston A “TA” Britt is announcing his candidacy for Lincoln County commissioner to represent the Fifth District.

Born in Louisville, Kentucky, Britt said he grew up in Louisville’s “West End,” regularly attending Lampton Baptist Church under the guidance of the Rev. Charles Owens and the Rev. James Miller. Britt’s mother, Ida Mae Thuston Britt, taught Sunday school and worked as a bookkeeper and secretary for the publisher of a local newspaper — The Louisville Defender. Britt’s father James R. Britt owned and operated a neighborhood grocery store and was active as the church clerk and a member of the Trustee Board at Lampton Baptist. He also served in the Louisville Fire Department and retired with the rank of senior captain.

Britt said he completed his education in Jefferson County Public Schools, graduating from duPont Manual High School, where he was actively engaged in football and See Britt, Page 4A track and field. Following high school, he initially attended Eastern Kentucky University before returning home to pursue employment and further studies at Jefferson Community College (JCC). After earning his degree from JCC, he completed his academics at Indiana University Southeast (IUS) earning a bachelor’s degree. His participation in Junior Achievement during his high school years led him to instruct JA programs for students in Louisville and Cincinnati, Ohio.

While studying at JCC and IUS, Britt was employed by Louisville Gas & Electric Company, starting as a laborer and advancing to contract/supplier manager and supplier diversity manager over his 20 years of employment. He then moved to Cincinnati where he worked as purchasing manager for Rumpke Sanitation, later becoming contracts manager at Provident Bank. Upon his return to Louisville, Britt took on a supplier diversity analyst role with Humana, followed by a position as purchasing/contracts specialist at Vogt Power. He relocated to Fayetteville in 2012 and secured a position as supplier diversity officer/small business liaison officer at Cubic Corporation in Tullahoma. He retired from Cubic in January 2026.

Britt is married to Fayetteville native Stephanie Eady Britt, and their blended family includes two adult children — a son and daughter — and twin grandsons, all living in Louisville; the Fayetteville family includes two adult children — another son and daughter, three grandsons, three granddaughters, and one greatgrandson and one great-granddaughter. Britt’s sister, Kathy Munday, and her family reside in Louisville.

Stephanie, a registered dietitian and Lincoln County Department of Education retiree, actively participates with several civic organizations, and recently launched a food trailer business, Just Slawburgers, with her son.

Britt graduated in the Lincoln Leadership Class of 2015 and recently completed a 6-year term on the Lincoln County Industrial Development Board, serving as secretary for his last two years. The Britts attend West End Cumberland Presbyterian Church in America where the Rev. Dezi Fletcher is the pastor.

“In semi-retirement, when we aren’t working in the food trailer, Stephanie and I enjoy membership and participation in our respective Greek organizations, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.,” Britt said. “We enjoy traveling, cruising, and binge-watching classic TV series. Both of us have bucket lists that we are committed to fulfilling together.”

Britt said he values integrity as a fundamental value, especially in “today’s political climate where it is often lacking.”

“Integrity goes beyond obeying the law; it is crucial for anyone pursuing public service to demonstrate strong moral and ethical character,” he said. “Without integrity, mistrust flourishes.” Britt said he believes integrity is one of the most important qualities a person can have. “My objective is to serve every resident of Lincoln County, and to represent the Fifth District with dedication and respect,” Britt said. “I am an advocate for law enforcement, fire protection, and EMT, as these services provide protection for our citizens. I am committed to supporting local nonprofits because they benefit the community in multiple ways. If elected, I want to collaborate with my fellow commissioners to foster opportunities for our county’s growth. Many of our most talented students leave for college and only return to visit. I hope to help build a career and recreational environment that not only motivates their return, but also encourages them to buy homes, raise families, etc. which will ultimately drive our community forward.”