LAWRENCE CO. — Lawrence County election officials have issued a final reminder that the deadline to file a declaration of candidacy for the 2026 primary nomination is Friday, February 6, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (noon) local time.
With the cutoff just days away, the Lawrence County Clerk’s office is preparing for a final rush of filings. This deadline is critical for any individual seeking a spot on a major party ticket for the upcoming spring primary.
As the candidate field takes shape, officials are shifting their focus toward voter participation. Residents are encouraged to check their registration status and keep the following calendar in mind:
| Event | Date |
| Candidate Filing Deadline | Feb. 6, 2026 (Noon) |
| Voter Registration Deadline | April 6, 2026 |
| Early In-Person Voting Begins | April 7, 2026 |
| Primary Election Day | May 5, 2026 |
Voter Information and Registration
To participate in the democratic process this spring, Lawrence County residents must ensure they are registered by the April 6 cutoff. Registration can be completed:
- In-Person: At the Lawrence County Voter Registration office.
- Online: Via the official Indiana state voter portal.
For those who cannot make it to the polls on Election Day, early in-person voting will be available at the Lawrence County Clerk’s office starting April 7. On the official Primary Election Day, Tuesday, May 5, polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The upcoming weeks will be a pivotal period for the community as candidates finalize their platforms and voters prepare to decide the direction of local leadership.
For more information on filing, district boundaries, or registration status, residents can contact the Lawrence County Clerk’s Office at 812-277-2036 or visit the Voter Registration office located at 918 16th Street in Bedford.
Below is the comprehensive list of candidates who have filed as of February 4, 2026:
Federal and State Representation
- US Representative, Ninth District: Erin Houchin (Republican), Brad A. Meyer (Democratic), and Keil L. Roark (Democratic).
- State Representative, District 065: Chris D. May (Republican).
County Government
- Judge of the Lawrence Circuit Court, 81st Judicial Circuit: Nathan G. Nikirk (Republican).
- Judge of the Lawrence Superior Court, No. 2: Robert (Bob) Cline (Republican).
- Prosecuting Attorney of Lawrence County, 81st Judicial Circuit: Samuel C. Arp, II (Republican).
- Lawrence County Sheriff: Greg Day (Republican).
- Lawrence County Assessor: April Stapp Collins (Republican).
- Lawrence County Commissioner, District 1: Candidates include Brad Bough (Republican), Tim Turpin (Republican), Jason Branham (Republican), Rick Butterfield (Republican), Bob Evans (Republican), and Gary Koontz (Republican).
- Lawrence County Council:
- District 1: Amy Redman (Republican), Joe Haworth (Republican)
- District 2: Chester Lee Batman (Republican), Phil Inman (Republican), and Brian Skillman (Republican).
- District 3: David Holmes (Republican) and Jeffrey Lytton (Republican)
- District 4: Larry Arnold (Republican) and Brian Prince (Republican)
Township Trustees
- Bono Township: Michelle L. Porter
- Guthrie Township: Jeffrey H. Combs (Republican)
- Indian Creek Township: Gary K. Scherschel (Republican)
- Marion Township: Shannon M. Lagle (Republican)
- Marshall Township: Christopher D. Noel (Republican)
- Perry Township: Carla Bomgardner (Republican)
- Pleasant Run Township: James Edsel Ford (Republican)
- Shawswick Township: Millard Jones (Republican)
- Spice Valley Township: Michelle D. Cornett (Republican)
Township Board Members
- Bono Township: Adam Norman (Republican), Jon J. Malott (Republican), Vickie “Dusty” Tolbert (Republican)
- Guthrie Township: Bretta Myers (Republican), Tyler Thompson (Republican)
- Indian Creek Township: Diana Anderson (Republican), Bruce Reeves (Republican), Justin Leach (Republican)
- Marion Township: Lucinda Fletcher (Republican), LaToya L. Lamm (Republican), and Henry Shetler (Republican)
- Marshall Township: Hunter Smith (Republican), Kenton James Stultz Pardue (Republican) and Joseph Stettenbenz (Republican)
- Perry Township: Alexandra Edwards (Republican), Tammy Spoonmore (Republican), and Tyson Fish (Republican)
- Pleasant Run Township: Crystal A. Dooley (Republican), Paul Ford (Republican), Michael S. Nicholson (Republican), and Corbin McCullough (Republican)
- Shawswick Township: Jennie Edwards (Republican), Amy Kleber (Republican), Linda Sue Randolph (Republican), Andrew J. Rusch (Republican), and Julie Morris (Democratic)
- Spice Valley Township: David A. Kissel (Republican), Tony Lynch (Republican), Philip M. Smith (Republican)
Convention Delegates
- Starla R. Pannell (Democrat) At-Large
- Julie Morris (Democrat) At-Large
- Matthew T. Ray (Democrat) At-Large
- Brad Bough (Republican) District 1
- Chase Cummings (Republican) District 1
- Alexandra Edwards (Republican) District 1
- Amy Voorhies (Republican) District 1
- Troy Lobosky (Republican) State Delegate District 2
- LaToya L. Lamm (Republican) District 2
- Robert Hall (Republican) District 2
- Henry Shetler (Republican) District 2
- Jeffrey Quyle (Republican) State Delegate District 3
- Julie J. Hewetson (Republican) District 3
- Andrew J. Rusch (Republican) District 3
- Nathan Watson (Republican) District 3
- Sherri Childers (Democrat) At-Large
- Rowena Cross-Najafi (Democrat) At-Large
- Karin Lauderback (Democrat) At-Large
