Retired Army Sgt. Kenneth Paschal seeks GOP nomination in District 73 Updated Jan 19, 2021; Posted Jan 19, 2021 Retired Army First Sgt. Kenneth Paschal is a candidate for the Republican nomination in Alabama House District 73. Facebook Share Retired Army First Sgt. Kenneth Paschal will run for the Republican nomination in the special election in Alabama House District 73, which represents part of Shelby County. Paschal served 21 years in the Army and received 11 awards, including the Meritorious Service and Global War on Terrorism Service Medals, according to a press release. “After 21 years of service to my country and 11 years in service to my state, I wish to extend my tour of duty as an elected official where I can best serve my community,” Paschal said in a press release.