Holt County Primary Election Filings Updated

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Holt County Clerk Cathy Pavel has released an updated list of filings for the 2026 Primary Election in Holt County, Nebraska. The deadline to file for offices is Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The list includes candidates for county-level offices as well as city council and school board positions.

Why it matters

The primary election filings provide insight into the local political landscape and the candidates vying for elected offices in Holt County. This information is important for voters to make informed decisions during the upcoming primary election.

The details

The updated list of filings includes candidates for county assessor, county attorney, county clerk, county treasurer, clerk of the district court, public defender, sheriff, surveyor, and county supervisor positions. There are also filings for the O'Neill mayor and city council, Atkinson city council and mayor, and school board seats for O'Neill Public Schools, West Holt Schools, Stuart Public Schools, and Chambers Public Schools.

• The deadline to file for offices in the 2026 Holt County Primary Election is Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

What’s next

Voters in Holt County will have the opportunity to vote in the primary election on a date to be determined.