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Fulton Today
By the People, for the People
Tuesday Election Day in Arkansas Sees Contested Local Races
Voters in Fulton, Sharp, Baxter, and Izard Counties will decide on a range of local offices.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Voters in several Arkansas counties will head to the polls on Tuesday, March 2, 2026 to decide a number of contested local races. The elections include positions such as county coroner, sheriff, judge, assessor, constable, and school board. Polls will be open from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm.
Why it matters
Local elections often have a direct impact on the day-to-day lives of residents, determining leadership and policies around public safety, education, taxes, and more. Voter turnout in these types of elections can be lower than state or national races, making each vote even more impactful.
The details
The contested races span several counties, including Fulton, Sharp, Baxter, and Izard. In Fulton County, there are races for coroner, sheriff, county judge, and assessor. Sharp County has contested races for coroner and constable. Baxter County has multiple justice of the peace and constable races, as well as a contested county judge race. Izard County has treasurer, justice of the peace, and constable races on the ballot.
- Polls open at 7:30 am on Tuesday, March 2, 2026.
- Polls close at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, March 2, 2026.
The players
Fulton County
A county in northern Arkansas that will have several local races on the ballot.
Sharp County
A county in northeastern Arkansas that will have contested races for coroner and constable.
Baxter County
A county in north-central Arkansas with multiple justice of the peace and constable races, as well as a contested county judge race.
Izard County
A county in north-central Arkansas with treasurer, justice of the peace, and constable races on the ballot.
The takeaway
These local elections will determine key leadership positions that have a direct impact on communities across Arkansas. Voters are encouraged to research the candidates and issues to make informed decisions that reflect their values and priorities.
