Shasta County Hosts Primary Election Forums in April

Residents can learn about candidates for key local and federal offices.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:22pm

A photorealistic painting of a lone ballot box sitting in a sunlit room, casting long shadows across the floor, conveying a sense of civic duty and the importance of voting.The upcoming primary election forums in Shasta County offer residents a chance to engage directly with candidates and shape the future of their community.Shasta Today

Shasta County will host a series of public forums in April to allow voters to hear directly from candidates running in the upcoming primary elections. The forums will feature candidates for the District 2 U.S. Congressional seat as well as open seats on the Shasta County Board of Supervisors.

Why it matters

County boards of supervisors play a crucial role in local governance, overseeing budgets, infrastructure, public services, and more. With several key positions on the ballot, these forums provide an important opportunity for Shasta County residents to engage with the electoral process and make informed decisions.

The details

The Shasta County election forums will take place over the course of two weeks in April, with specific dates and locations to be announced. Candidates will have the chance to share their platforms and answer questions from the audience. The forums are free and open to the public.

  • The Shasta County election forums will take place in April 2026.
  • Specific dates and locations will be announced in the coming weeks.

The players

Shasta County

The county government of Shasta County, California, which is hosting the upcoming primary election forums.

Shasta County Board of Supervisors

The elected governing body of Shasta County, responsible for overseeing the county's budget, infrastructure, public services, and more.

District 2 U.S. Congress

The Congressional district that includes Shasta County, with an open seat on the ballot in the upcoming primary election.

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What’s next

Shasta County residents can check the county's website and local media for updates on the specific dates, times, and locations of the upcoming primary election forums.

The takeaway

These forums provide an important opportunity for Shasta County voters to engage directly with candidates and make informed decisions about the future leadership of their community and representation in Congress.