Longtime lawman Aaron Washington announced on Friday morning his intent to run for Saline County Sheriff. Read more below. Washington is a Bauxite resident. He’s been married to his wife Derenda Washington for 23 years and has 5 kids and 9 grandkids. He is running as a Republican. Read the full campaign announcement from Aaron […]
Election 2026 – See campaign announcements for candidates looking for Saline County’s vote
See campaign announcements below for political candidates running for office in 2026. Get more information about elections below: Register to Vote Voter Registration Application (English) – PDF Voter Registration Application (Spanish) – PDF Voter Registration Information Voter Registration FAQs Request an application through the mail (USPS) – Online Form Absentee, Military, and Overseas Voting Absentee Voters Military and […]
Joshua Irby announces candidacy for Arkansas State Senate, District 16
Campaign statements are from the candidate. Bryant resident Joshua Irby, announced his campaign for State Senator, with the theme “Respect. Resolve. Renewal.” Read his statement below. Joshua Irby Announces Candidacy for Arkansas State Senate, District 16 Putting Service Above Politics—and People Before Party. Bryant, AR – Joshua Irby, a first-generation Arkansan and longtime security professional, […]
Richard Friend announces campaign for Saline County Sheriff in 2026
Richard Friend announced his campaign for Saline County Sheriff. Read his campaign statement below. Richard Friend, a seasoned law enforcement professional with more than two decades of service across local, state, federal, and military agencies, officially announced his candidacy for Saline County Sheriff today. Running as a Republican, Friend is focused on restoring trust, enhancing public safety, and […]
State Representative Tony Furman announces for re-election in 2026
Campaign statements are from the candidate. Arkansas State Representative Tony Furman announced his campaign for re-election on Monday, June, 9, 2025. He is Endorsed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Attorney General Tim Griffin. Read his full campaign announcement below. Read more below. BENTON, AR — On Tuesday, Republican State Representative Tony Furman announced his intentions […]
Sample announces 2026 re-election campaign for Saline County Circuit Clerk & Recorder
As the end of three terms nears, Myka Bono Sample announced Monday she is running for another four years as Saline County Circuit Clerk and Recorder. Read the full announcement below. Saline County, AR — Myka Bono Sample proudly announces her candidacy for re-election as Saline County Circuit Clerk & Recorder in the upcoming 2026 […]
Paul Childress announces 2026 bid for re-election to State House of Representatives
State Representative Paul Childress has officially declared his candidacy for re-election in District 83, which includes parts of Benton, Bryant, and Hot Springs Village. Read more of his announcement below. A devoted public servant and lifelong resident of Saline County, Childress is eager to continue his work in the Arkansas State House following a successful […]
Aaron Hansen launches campaign for State Representative, Pledging 100% salary donation and bold reform agenda
Campaign statements are from the candidate. On May 15, Aaron Hansen officially launched his campaign for State Representative in Arkansas House District 81, pledging a platform rooted in integrity, transparency, and service to the people — not politics. Read more below. In a powerful commitment to the community, Hansen announced he will donate 100% of […]
Republican Eric Shepherd announces bid for House District 92
First responder and life-long Republican Eric Shepherd announced his bid for the Arkansas State House of Representatives, District 92, which includes all of Grant County and portions of Saline County. Read more below. Shepherd, a Grant County native and resident, is a veteran firefighter of nearly 20 years. Shepherd’s public service dates back to […]
Supreme Court Justice Bronni announces campaign for full term on Arkansas Supreme Court
CAMPAIGN ANNOUNCEMENT: Arkansas Supreme Court Justice Nick Bronni announced Monday that he will run for a full term on the Arkansas Supreme Court in 2026. Justice Bronni was appointed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders in December 2024 to Position 6, and he will seek election to Position 3 in 2026. Before being selected by Governor […]