Adair County Announces 2026 Primary Election Candidates

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Adair County, Iowa has announced the upcoming June 2, 2026 Primary Election, with the filing period for county offices running from March 2 to March 20, 2026. Voters will select candidates for District 2NE Supervisor, District 4SE Supervisor, County Treasurer, County Recorder, and County Attorney, who will then advance to the General Election.

Why it matters

Primary elections are a crucial part of the democratic process, allowing voters to select the candidates who will represent their political parties in the general election. The Adair County primary will determine who is on the ballot for several key local government positions.

The details

Candidates for the Adair County offices must file their paperwork between March 2 and March 20, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. The first date to request a mailed absentee ballot is March 24, 2026, and the last day is May 18, 2026 by 5 p.m. Information for candidates is available through the County Auditor's Office and website, as well as the Iowa Secretary of State's website.

• The filing period for Adair County offices is March 2 - March 20, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.
• The first date to submit a request for a mailed absentee ballot is March 24, 2026.
• The last day to request a mailed absentee ballot is May 18, 2026 by 5 p.m.
• The Adair County Primary Election will be held on June 2, 2026.