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Upcoming Elections
May 5, 2026 State and County Primary*
August 6, 2026 State Primary, County General Election
 

Important Dates for the May 5, 2026 State and County Primary*
*County political parties must call for a primary no later than 180 days before the Qualifying deadline for this election. 

Monday, December 22, 2025 - First day to pick up petitions
Qualifying Deadline, Thursday, February 19th, 2026  @ NOON
Withdrawal Deadline—February 26, 2026 @ NOON
Last Day to Register to Vote---April 6, 2026
1st Day to Request Absentee Ballot---February 4, 2026
Last Day to Request Absentee Ballot---April 25, 2026
Early Voting—April 15th through April 30th   

Offices Eligible for a County Primary ballot:
Sheriff, Trustee, Circuit Court Clerk, County Clerk, County Mayor, Register of Deeds, All County Commission Districts, All Constable Zones
School Board: Districs 1, 4, 5