Former Illinois 'Super Mayor' running for Fulton commission seat

Tiffany Henyard, a controversial former mayor of Dolton, Illinois, is seeking a Fulton County commission seat as a Republican.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 3:50pm

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Tiffany Henyard, a former mayor of Dolton, Illinois, is running as a Republican for the Fulton County Board of Commissioners District 5 seat. Henyard's tenure as mayor of Dolton from 2021 to 2025 was marked by multiple investigations and lawsuits tied to village spending and governance. She is running against several Democratic candidates for the open seat.

Why it matters

Henyard's candidacy for the Fulton County commission seat comes after years of scrutiny in Illinois, where her administration faced numerous issues. Her move to Georgia and run for office raises questions about her political future and the potential impact she could have on local politics in Fulton County.

The details

According to public records, Henyard, 42, previously served as mayor of Dolton, Illinois, from 2021 to 2025 and as supervisor of Thornton Township from 2022 to 2025. She was defeated in her 2025 bid for reelection as Dolton mayor. Henyard's Instagram profile describes her as 'The Youngest & The FIRST woman Mayor of Dolton & Supervisor of Thornton Township 'The Most Powerful Woman in The Southland of Chicago.' #SuperMayor'. Recent reporting in the Chicago Sun-Times also detailed a lawsuit filed by the City of Dolton against Fifth Third Bank, alleging the bank enabled improper payments during Henyard's tenure.

  • Henyard served as mayor of Dolton, Illinois from 2021 to 2025.
  • Henyard served as supervisor of Thornton Township from 2022 to 2025.
  • Henyard was defeated in her 2025 bid for reelection as Dolton mayor.

The players

Tiffany Henyard

A former mayor of Dolton, Illinois, who is running as a Republican for the Fulton County Board of Commissioners District 5 seat.

Marvin Arrington, Jr.

The current Fulton County commissioner for District 5, who is challenging Robb Pitts for commission chair.

Robb Pitts

The current Fulton County commission chair, who is being challenged by Marvin Arrington, Jr.

Dejia Felicity Swindell

A marketing strategist running as a Democrat for the Fulton County Board of Commissioners District 5 seat.

Helen Zenobia Willis

An accountant running as a Democrat for the Fulton County Board of Commissioners District 5 seat.

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The takeaway

Henyard's candidacy for the Fulton County commission seat raises concerns about her past controversies in Illinois and the potential impact she could have on local politics in Georgia. Voters will need to closely examine her record and qualifications as they consider her for this important elected position.