Biographical information on Twinkle Andress, Republican candidate for state

Date of birth: March 10, 1966 (36).

Hometown: Grew up and lives in Montgomery.

Education: Graduated from Auburn University.

Political background: Former finance director and executive director of Alabama Republican Party, former staff member Republican National Committee in Washington, D.C., former director of constituent affairs for Republican U.S. Sonny Callahan of Mobile.

Professional background: Former owner of a Steak-Out franchise, resigned last week as state director of Citizens for a Sound Economy.