North Little Rock Voters Face Rare Double Ballot for District 70 Representative

Alex Holladay and Bo Renshaw vie for the seat amid a leadership void in the district.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Voters in North Little Rock and part of Sherwood, Arkansas will soon face a rare double ballot during the primary season to decide who will represent District 70 in the state legislature. The district has gone nearly 200 days without representation, and the winner of the March 3rd election will serve out the remainder of the term. Democratic candidate Alex Holladay and Republican candidate Bo Renshaw are running for the seat, with key issues including healthcare, education, and affordability.

Why it matters

This special election is significant as it will determine who represents District 70 in the upcoming fiscal session, giving the winner a chance to advocate for the district's priorities at the state level. The race also highlights the challenges of maintaining consistent representation, especially in smaller districts that can experience leadership voids.

The details

Holladay, a Democrat, previously ran for the seat in 2024 and lost by a narrow margin of 286 votes. He is campaigning on issues like universal pre-K, expanding free meal programs, and improving the healthcare system. Renshaw, the Republican candidate, says he's ready to work across the aisle to address affordability and partisan politics. Voters will have to choose between the two candidates to fill the District 70 seat for the remainder of the term.

  • The special election for the District 70 seat will be held on March 3, 2026.
  • The district has been without representation for nearly 200 days.

The players

Alex Holladay

The Democratic candidate for the District 70 seat, who previously ran for the position in 2024 and lost by a narrow margin.

Bo Renshaw

The Republican candidate for the District 70 seat, who says he's ready to work across the aisle to address issues like affordability and partisan politics.

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What they’re saying

“They just need to know that family man from North Little Rock work at UAMS and statewide healthcare on a daily basis. We fill in healthcare craft gaps all across the state on a daily basis. And I want them to come out and vote for me, because I want to work hard for North Little Rock and Sherwood.”

— Alex Holladay, Democratic Candidate (thv11.com)

“I know this is the right thing that I'm supposed to be doing. I love my district. Nothing has changed. We need affordability; we need to be able to have good school systems. We're concerned about things. Health insurance and rising costs. And so I'm the same way.”

— Bo Renshaw, Republican Candidate (thv11.com)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This special election highlights the challenges of maintaining consistent representation, especially in smaller districts that can experience leadership voids. Voters will have to weigh the candidates' platforms on key issues like healthcare, education, and affordability to determine who will best serve the interests of District 70.