Hubbard County Sheriff Won't Seek Re-Election

Cory Aukes to run for County Commissioner after 4 terms as Sheriff

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Hubbard County Sheriff Cory Aukes has announced he will not be seeking a fifth term as sheriff. Aukes began his career as a deputy in 1990 and was first elected sheriff in 2010. He cited bringing the standards of the sheriff's office to the level he felt they needed to be as one of his key accomplishments during his tenure.

Why it matters

Aukes' decision not to run for re-election will mark the end of an era for the Hubbard County Sheriff's Office, as he has served in the role for the past 16 years. His announcement also sets up a new election for the position, which could bring changes in leadership and priorities for the department.

The details

Aukes said he plans to continue his public service by running for a seat on the Hubbard County Board of Commissioners later this year, rather than seeking a fifth term as sheriff. He cited bringing the standards of the sheriff's office to the level he felt they needed to be as one of his key accomplishments during his tenure.

  • Aukes began his career as a 20-year-old deputy in 1990.
  • Aukes was first elected sheriff in 2010 and has served four terms.
  • Aukes has announced he will not be seeking a fifth term as sheriff.

The players

Cory Aukes

The current Hubbard County Sheriff who has announced he will not be seeking re-election after serving four terms.

Hubbard County

The county in Minnesota where Cory Aukes has served as sheriff for the past 16 years.

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What they’re saying

“We made accountability a priority as the standards of the Sheriff's Office were brought to the level that I felt they needed to be. And I do say 'we'. Over the years, I was very fortunate to be able to have such dedicated and talented staff on my administration. Any success credited to my office is a direct result of the hard work and sacrifice of those around me.”

— Cory Aukes, Hubbard County Sheriff (Valley News Live)

What’s next

Aukes plans to run for a seat on the Hubbard County Board of Commissioners in District 3 later this year.

The takeaway

Cory Aukes' decision not to seek re-election as Hubbard County Sheriff marks the end of an era, as he has served in the role for the past 16 years. His announcement sets up a new election for the position, which could bring changes in leadership and priorities for the department.