Wednesday was the last day for candidates interested in running for local government offices to file their nomination papers in advance of the June 3rd Primary Election.

In Cass County, there were no more changes to the list of candidates who are hoping for your vote. Republican Tracey J. Marshall, of Atlantic, is unopposed in her bid for re-election as Treasurer in Cass County. As previously mentioned, there are four Republicans running for the Recorder’s post, including Mary Ward, Jess Ehrman, Shelly Glynn and Delbert Thurman, all from Atlantic. Current County Recorder Joyce Jensen is not running for re-election. There are also two Republicans running for Cass County Attorney, including incumbent Dan Feistner, and his challenger, Attorney David Wiederstein. And, Cass County Republican Supervisors Gaylord Schelling and Mark Wedemeyer are unopposed in their bid for re-election to District 2 and 3, respectively.

In Montgomery County, candidates who have filed papers to run for county office include: Incumbent Republicans – Carleen Bruning, Recorder; Carol Stevens, Treasurer; and Bruce Swanson, County Attorney. In Montgomery County Supervisor District 1, incumbent Steven D. Ratchliff faces a challenge from fellow Republican Steven J. Berendes. In District 2, incumbent Republican Karen Blue faces a challenge from Republican Joshua A. Wiig. And in District 4, Incumbent Republican Supervisor Randall Tye faces a challenge from two men: Republicans Brian Coughlin and Mark L. Peterson.

Absentee ballots will be available after April 24th at the Auditor’s Office. Friday, May 30th is the last day to request an Absentee Ballot be mailed to you. On Election day, the polls will be open from 7-a.m. to 9-p.m.  If you have any question about where to vote, contact your County Auditor or go to the Iowa Secretary of State’s website at http://sos.iowa.gov/, and click on the “Find my polling place” link.