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Jonesboro Today
By the People, for the People
Five Candidates Qualify for Jackson Parish Sheriff Election
Two more qualify for Jackson Parish Clerk of Court race
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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According to the Louisiana Secretary of State, five candidates have officially qualified to run for Jackson Parish Sheriff, and two more have qualified for the Jackson Parish Clerk of Court race. The elections for these positions, as well as several other state and federal offices, will be held on May 16, 2026.
Why it matters
The Jackson Parish Sheriff's Office and Clerk of Court play crucial roles in the local government and community. The upcoming elections will determine the leadership and direction of these important institutions for the next term.
The details
The five candidates who have qualified for the Jackson Parish Sheriff election are Brent Barnett (R) of Chatham, Cody L. Cheatwood (R) of Jonesboro, Jesse Magee (R) of Jonesboro, Jason Robinson (R) of Quitman, and Israel Smith (None) of Jonesboro. The two candidates who have qualified for the Jackson Parish Clerk of Court race have not been named in the report.
- The election date for the Jackson Parish Sheriff, Clerk of Court, and several other state and federal positions will be on May 16, 2026.
The players
Brent Barnett
A Republican candidate for Jackson Parish Sheriff.
Cody L. Cheatwood
A Republican candidate for Jackson Parish Sheriff.
Jesse Magee
A Republican candidate for Jackson Parish Sheriff.
Jason Robinson
A Republican candidate for Jackson Parish Sheriff.
Israel Smith
A candidate for Jackson Parish Sheriff with no party affiliation.
The takeaway
The upcoming Jackson Parish Sheriff and Clerk of Court elections will be important for the local community, as these offices play a significant role in the governance and administration of the parish. Voters will have several candidates to choose from in the Sheriff's race, representing both Republican and non-partisan perspectives.
