Candidate filing opens today for Indiana's 2026 primary election

Candidates begin signing up for election

AUBURN — Nineteen people filed as candidates to an elected office in the 2026 primary election on Wednesday at the DeKalb County Courthouse — the first day individuals could begin filing a declaration of candidacy.

Vigo candidates begin filing to run in May primary election

Vigo County candidates began filing their declaration to run for Indiana’s May primary election Wednesday, according to the Vigo County clerk's office.

Candidate filing opens today for Indiana's 2026 primary election

Candidate filing for Indiana's 2026 primary election has begun. Secretary of State Diego Morales announced that the filing window is now open, with several candidates already stepping forward.

Lawrence County Election: Candidates hit the ground running on first day of filing

LAWRENCE COUNTY — The race for the 2026 primary election officially kicked off Wednesday, January 7, as candidates across Lawrence County lined up to file their declarations of candidacy. As of Wednesday afternoon, a robust list of contenders has emerged for local, township, and federal offices The following candidates filed their paperwork on the first day of the filing period: County Offices Competition is already heating up for several count…

Candidate Filing Period for May 12 Primary Election opens on January 12

Charleston, WV (WOAY) The official Candidate Filing Period for West Virginia’s May 12 Primary Election starts next week.   Registered voters interested in running for public office in 2026 must file on or between Monday, January 12, and Saturday, January 31.  Candidates running for statewide and legislative offices, state executive committee, and judicial offices must file with the Secretary of State’s Office.  Those running for offices filled b…