Hamilton County has several contested primaries in this spring’s election, including the countywide office of sheriff.
The 2026 primary election will be held on May 5, with the polls open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Hamilton County.
Here’s who is on the ballot in contested local races. (This list does not include precinct committee people or non-local races).
Hamilton County Sheriff
What to know: The sheriff is the top law enforcement officer in the county, and the sheriff’s office manages the county jail and its inmates, serves protective orders and warrants, collects delinquent state incomes taxes and executes the orders of the county government among other responsibilities.
What we’re watching: No Democrats or candidates from other parties have stepped forward to run for sheriff yet. There’s a history of the Republican primary election for this position turning “toxic” and competing endorsements from well-known law enforcement officials means this could be a competitive election.
Republicans:
Other contested races
Clay Township Board (three seats available)
Democrats:
Fall Creek Township Board (three seats available)
Democrats:
Jackson Township Board (three seats available)
Republicans:
Noblesville Township Board (three seats available)
Republicans:
Wayne Township Board (three seats available)
Republicans:
White River Township Board (three seats available)
Republicans:
Sheridan Town Council, District 4 (one seat available)
Republicans:
Sheridan Town Council, at-large (one seat available)
Republicans:
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This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Voter guide: Here are Hamilton County’s contested primary races
Reporting by Jake Allen, Indianapolis Star / Indianapolis Star
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