Zachary Grady, a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives, represents District 115. Born in Biloxi, Mississippi, on December 12, 1985, Grady currently resides in D’Iberville. His journey into public service began with a career in law enforcement, where he served with distinction in the D’Iberville Police Department.
Education and Career:
- High School: Grady graduated from D’Iberville High School.
- Higher Education: He pursued higher education at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.
- Bachelor’s Degree: Grady holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from William Carey University.
- M.B.A.: He furthered his education by earning an M.B.A. from the same institution.
- Law Enforcement Career: Grady’s law enforcement career spanned various roles:
- Patrolman: He started as a patrol officer, ensuring community safety.
- Corporal: Grady rose through the ranks, demonstrating leadership as a corporal.
- Sergeant: His commitment led to promotion as a sergeant.
- Narcotics Detective: Grady specialized in narcotics investigations, combating drug-related crimes.
- Criminal Investigator: His expertise extended to criminal investigations, seeking justice for victims.
Political Journey:
- Election to House of Representatives: Grady ran for election to the Mississippi House of Representatives in District 115.
- General Election (2023): On November 7, 2023, he secured victory in the general election.
- Votes: Grady received 100% of the votes (2,348 total).
- Primary Runoff (2023): In the Republican primary runoff, he defeated Felix Gines.
- Votes: Grady secured 61.7% of the votes (719 total).
- Republican Primary (2023): Grady advanced alongside Felix Gines, defeating Phil Harding.
- General Election (2023): On November 7, 2023, he secured victory in the general election.
- Current Term: Grady assumed office on January 2, 2024, and his term extends until January 4, 2028.
Personal Details:
- Marital Status: Grady is married to Alison Lopez.
- Faith: He follows the Christian faith.
Representative Zachary Grady embodies dedication, education, and a commitment to public service. His law enforcement background equips him to address community needs effectively, and his tenure in the Mississippi House of Representatives promises positive contributions to his constituents.
