Two (2), three (3) year term school board positions will become vacant due to the expiration of the present terms of Linda Kirchhevel and Mike Knudson.
Three (3) candidates are running for these positions: Tara Young, Jordan Twedt, and Mike Knudson
Beginning this election cycle, Harrisburg School District and Lincoln County will be combining. This change is designed to streamline the election process, make voting more convenient for voters, and continue to ensure fair and accurate elections.
What does this mean for voters?
On your June Primary ballot, you will see all races you are eligible to vote in, including the Harrisburg School Board.
Voters are encouraged to review and update their voter registration information using the Voter Information Portal (VIP): https://vip.sdsos.gov/viplogin.aspx
If you have questions about your ballot or voting options, please contact the Lincoln County Auditor’s Office at 605-764-2581.
IMPORTANT DATES TO NOTE:
April 17, 2026 - Absentee Voting Available
May 18, 2026 - Voter Registration Deadline
Voter Registration and Absentee and Voter Registration Application forms must be filled out and mailed or dropped off at the Lincoln County Auditor’s office at 104 N. Main Street, Canton, SD 57013. Email copies will not be accepted. These forms are available at the Harrisburg School District Administrative Office at 200 East Willow Street, the Lincoln County Courthouse at 104 N. Main Street, Canton, SD 57013, or online at the Lincoln County Website: https://www.lincolncountysd.gov/159/Elections
June 2, 2026 - Election Day! Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM