When does candidate filing begin and end for the 2026 general election in Yellow Medicine County?

Filing opens at 8:00 a.m. on May 19, 2026 and closes at 5:00 p.m. on June 2, 2026.

Can I file by mail for the 2026 election?

Yes; mailed filings are accepted as long as they are received during the filing period.

What if I'm out of state during the filing period?

Candidates absent from Minnesota may arrange to file during the seven days immediately before their departure if they meet statute requirements.

Public Notice — Marshall

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Yellow Medicine County announces the filing period for candidates for the November 3, 2026 General Election. Candidate filing opens 8:00 a.m. May 19, 2026 and closes 5:00 p.m. June 2, 2026, with in-person or mail filings accepted.

Key Takeaways

Filing period: 8:00 a.m. May 19 to 5:00 p.m. June 2, 2026
Candidates may file in person or by mail
Special early filing for those leaving the state applies
Filing offices closed May 25, 2026 (Memorial Day)

Published: May 12, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Other
City: Marshall

What to do next

1
Prepare candidate paperwork
Gather required forms and signatures before May 19, 2026 so you can file on or after opening day.

2

Submit filing

File in person or mail your filing to the appropriate office between 8:00 a.m. May 19 and 5:00 p.m. June 2, 2026; note offices closed May 25.

3

Arrange early filing if leaving state

If you'll be absent, follow Minnesota Statutes §204B.09, subd. 1a and arrange filing within seven days before your departure.

Frequently asked questions

When does candidate filing begin and end for the 2026 general election in Yellow Medicine County?: Filing opens at 8:00 a.m. on May 19, 2026 and closes at 5:00 p.m. on June 2, 2026.
Can I file by mail for the 2026 election?: Yes; mailed filings are accepted as long as they are received during the filing period.
What if I'm out of state during the filing period?: Candidates absent from Minnesota may arrange to file during the seven days immediately before their departure if they meet statute requirements.

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Legal terms in this notice

filing period: The specific dates and times when candidates may submit their paperwork to run for office.
Minnesota Statutes section 204B.09, subdivision 1a: A state law allowing certain candidates to file outside the normal period if they will be absent from Minnesota.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF FILING FOR THE STATE GENERAL ELECTIONYELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY, MINNESOTANotice is hereby given that a General Election will be held in Yellow Medi-cine County on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for the purpose of electingcandidates for the offices listed below. The filing period for all officesbegins at 8:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2026 and ends at 5:00 p.m., Tues-day, June 2, 2026. Candidates may file in person or by mail, if the filingis received during the filing period. Candidates who will be absent fromthe State during the filing period and meet the requirements of MinnesotaStatutes section 204B.09, subdivision 1a, may arrange to file during theseven days immediately preceding the candidate's absence from the state.Note: Filing offices will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026 in observanceof Memorial Day.The place of filing for federal offices is the Office of the Secretary of State,Veterans Services B