Primary Election 2026

I voted early Tuesday morning at my local polling place, where turnout appeared light. There was no line when I arrived, and just one voter was casting a ballot.

Credit goes to the poll workers staffing these locations. The pay is modest, and Election Day makes for a long shift. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 6 p.m., but workers arrive well before opening and remain after closing. Anyone in line at 6 p.m. is allowed to vote, meaning workers often stay well into the evening.

I will be monitoring results as votes are counted. After polls close, check back here for updates focused on the races with the most impact on Fishers.

The only countywide race of note is the Republican primary for Hamilton County sheriff, featuring Dustin Dixon and John Lowes. With no Democrat filed for the general election, the primary winner is likely to become the county’s next sheriff. Incumbent Dennis Quakenbush is term-limited.

Another closely watched contest is the race to replace retiring State Sen. Kyle Walker in Indiana Senate District 31, which includes Fishers and part of Lawrence Township in Marion County. Candidates from both parties are seeking the seat.

Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston faces no primary opposition, but two Democrats — Joel Levi and Lauren Cole — are competing for the chance to challenge him in November.

In the Fifth Congressional District, incumbent U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz is opposed in the Republican primary by Scott King. On the Democratic side, seven candidates are vying for the nomination to face Spartz in the general election.

If you are registered, make your voice heard and vote.

Election results will be posted here after the polls close at 6 p.m.