Huntsville Mayor Releases Statement on Racist Letter Sent to Councilwoman Michelle Watkins

Huntsville mayor condemns racist letter sent to councilwoman

Councilwoman responds on social media.

Huntsville mayor releases statement on racist letter sent to Councilwoman Michelle Watkins

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Mayor Tommy Battle has released a statement condemning hateful language in a letter sent to District 1 Councilwoman Michelle Watkins. On Friday, Watkins posted an anonymous letter she received at her council office address on a personal social media account. In the letter, the author uses a racial slur while also disparaging Watkins' appearance. Huntsville City Council delays vote on sewer rate increase In respons…

Huntsville mayor releases statement after council member received racist letter in the mail

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle released a statement after a city council member received a racist letter in the mail.