2026 Election Day: November 3
Compare & Decide
Election day is November 3, 2026. Before you vote this year, do a little research. Who’s running? What do they stand for? Why do they want your vote? This nonpartisan guide allows you to easily compare candidates in Crow Wing and Southern Cass Counties. Covered races include federal, state, counties, cities and school boards. Be sure to involve your kids!
Note: This website will have candidate information before early voting on September 18.
What's on my ballot?
Where can I vote early?
(Sept. 18 thru Nov. 2, 2026)
Where can I vote on Election Day?
Meet the Candidates
Compare candidates by reviewing questionnaires, multimedia and contact info.
Note: Candidate information is being submitted now. This website will have candidate information before early voting on September 18.
Federal Offices
State Offices
County Offices
City Offices
School Boards
Candidate Forums & Debates
Need more info? Tune in to Debate Night on Lakeland PBS or attend a League of Women Voters candidate forum.
2026 Forums:
- Cass County Sheriff and Cass County Commissioner District 1 | September 8th, 6:00 PM | Sylvan Township Hall, 2956 24th Ave SW, Pillager, MN 56473
WATCH THE CASS COUNTY SHERIFF FORUM>
WATCH THE CASS COUNTY DIST 1 COMMISSIONER FORUM> - Crosslake City Council | Sept 15th, 5:30 PM | The Gathering Event Center, 34212 Co Rd 3, Crosslake, MN 56442
LEARN MORE AND REGISTER TO ENSURE SEATING> - Crow Wing County Commissioner Districts 3 & 4 | September 17th, 6:00 PM | Land Services Building, 326 Laurel Street Brainerd, MN 56401
VIEW AND DOWNLOAD EVENT FLYER> - ISD 181 School Board | September 24th, 6:00 PM | Gichi Ziibi Center, 602 S 5th St, Brainerd, MN 56401
VIEW AND DOWNLOAD EVENT FLYER>
Contact us
Question or suggestion? Email, call or visit us at the chamber. You will receive a copy of your email message, and we will respond within two business days.
Colleen Dols, Brainerd Lakes Chamber
224 W Washington St
Brainerd, MN 56401
218-829-2838
