Hardin’s Parade Play Sparks Mayor Rumors | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin turned heads at the Doo Dah parade with his “Hardin Run Club,” complete with cheeky signs like “The rumors are true! I’m running a five-K” and “No comment, just cardio,” sparking wild speculation he’s eyeing a mayoral run against Andrew Ginther. While Hardin insists he’s just having fun and hasn’t officially declared anything, the mayor’s camp is ready for debate, calling for a vigorous conversation with voters. Former Mayor Michael B. Coleman downplayed the race as “hypothetical,” but the political buzz is undeniable — Hardin’s playful move may…