Selena Hudson
Interview · recorded Wed, Apr 29, 2026
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Selena Hudson
On the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mayor of Vine Grove. See the full race page.
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Hudson said leadership should be accessible, accountable and rooted in service, and cited serving three terms on City Council. Hudson cited over 20 years in finance and described running a non-profit about education and economic empowerment. Hudson named a budget dashboard as the day-one project, so citizens can go onto the website and see where the city spent its money over the last 30 days. Hudson said the city's plan has not been updated in over 12 years and described having implemented a plan to take Vine Grove over the next 10 years with smart residential and commercial development.
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Bio · Submitted by the campaign, unedited
Councilwoman Selena Hudson is serving her third term on Vine Grove City Council and is a candidate for mayor. She founded Get Your Money Right, Inc., a nonprofit promoting financial literacy, and co-owns Riches and Glory Photography.
Her service includes the ECTC Foundation Board, Knox Regional Development Alliance, Economic Development Advisory Committee, Girls United and Open Door Community Kitchen. She previously led the Radcliff Small Business Alliance and served on Vine Grove’s Planning and Zoning Commission.
Selena and her husband, Michael, established the Hudson First Generation Scholarship for ECTC students. She champions small businesses, entrepreneurship and economic development, and sponsored a Vine Grove Blessing Box to help address food insecurity.
She holds a BS in Management, an AAS in Computer Information Systems and a Master of City Governance designation through the Kentucky League of Cities. Her honors include Kentucky Colonel and the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.
A member of Heritage International Christian Church, Selena enjoys serving others and time with Michael, her husband of 17 years, their six children and seven grandchildren.
Priority 1 · Submitted by the campaign, unedited
Fiscal Responsibility- Grants support our goals, but they are only part of a financial plan. My 10-year plan for Vine Grove prioritizes fiscal responsibility, eliminating debt, and pursuing opportunities that generate income for our city.
Priority 2 · Submitted by the campaign, unedited
Smart Growth and Infrastructure - Implement a new road maintenance plan and work with our city engineer on drainage issues. Complete our wastewater treatment plant project.
Priority 3 · Submitted by the campaign, unedited
Launch summer jobs and recreation for youth, especially middle and high school students, and include them in planning. Upgrade sports fields and partner with citizens on pickleball and senior activities without adding to taxpayers’ burden.
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