(Atlantic, Iowa) – The first day of filing nomination papers in Cass County (IA) in advance of the June Primary, saw two candidates submit their papers with the required number of signatures. The candidates include Kathy Somers, Republican incumbent for Cass County Auditor, who was elected to the position 2022 to fill a vacancy , and Republican John Westering for Cass County Sheriff.

In January, current Cass County Sheriff Darby McLaren had announced he was not running for re-election. He stated he was throwing his support behind Westering in his bid for Sheriff. Westering has served the past 15-years as Deputy Sheriff in Cass County.

Candidates for County Office have until 5-p.m. March 22, 2024, to file their nomination papers.