Black Hawk County Auditor Karen Showalter will join us today to review the upcoming Primary Election coming up on June 2. Here are some handy links for reference:
Election Calendar & Deadlines
| Date | Event / Deadline |
|---|---|
| March 24, 2026 | First day to submit an Absentee Ballot Request (70 days before Election Day) |
| May 13, 2026 | In-person absentee voting begins (20 days before Election Day) |
| May 18, 2026 | Pre-registration deadline for voters (5:00 PM) (15 days before Election Day) |
| May 18, 2026 | Deadline to request a mailed absentee ballot (5:00 PM) (15 days before Election Day) |
| June 1, 2026 | Last day for in-person voting (closes at 4:30 PM) |
| June 2, 2026 | Ballot return deadline (must be received by 8:00 PM) |
| June 2, 2026 | Election Day — Polls open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |