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Mandan Today
By the People, for the People
Crowded Ballots Set for Bismarck-Mandan June Elections
Voters face competitive races for local government seats in North Dakota's capital region.
Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:40am
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The upcoming local elections in Bismarck and Mandan will feature crowded ballots and competitive races that will determine the leadership and policy direction of the capital region.Mandan TodayResidents of Burleigh and Morton counties in North Dakota will have a wide range of candidates to choose from in the upcoming June local government elections, with many of the races expected to be closely contested.
Why it matters
The elections in Bismarck and Mandan will shape the leadership and policy direction of the capital region's local governments, which play a key role in issues like infrastructure, public services, and economic development.
The details
Dozens of candidates have filed to run for various city council, county commission, and other local elected positions in the Bismarck-Mandan area. Many of the races are considered competitive, with multiple viable contenders vying for the same seats.
- The local government elections in Burleigh and Morton counties are scheduled for June 2026.
- Candidate filing deadlines for the June elections were in early April 2026.
The players
Burleigh County
One of the two counties that make up the Bismarck-Mandan metropolitan area in central North Dakota.
Morton County
The other county that, along with Burleigh, comprises the Bismarck-Mandan metro region in North Dakota.
The takeaway
The crowded and competitive nature of the upcoming local elections in Bismarck and Mandan underscores the high level of civic engagement and political interest in the capital region, as residents seek to shape the future direction of their communities.
