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Thinking About Running in 2026?
Let's talk about your next steps
Aiken County will have several key local and state races on the ballot in 2026. If public service has been on your mind, now is the time to reach out and start the conversation.
Whether you’re considering a city seat, a county office, school board, or a state legislative race, contact the Aiken County Democratic Party to learn more about the process, expectations, and the support available for first-time candidates.
If you’re even thinking about running, (Filing begins March 16) reach out to us:
803-648-6595
South Carolina State Elections
Eight state Executive offices are up for election in South Carolina in 2026
Governor/Lieutenant Governor
Attorney General
Secretary of State
Agriculture Commissioner
Comptroller
Superintendent of Education
Treasurer
Aiken County Elections
In Aiken County, we have five SC House seats (incumbent in parentheses), elected every two years.
District 81 (Hartz)
District 82 (Clyburn)
District 83 Hixon)
District 84 (Oremus)
District 86 (Taylor)
Aiken County Council will have four seats up for election. (Incumbents in parentheses).
District 1 (Felder)
District 2 (Kellems)
District 5 (Haskell)
District 6 (Napier)
Filing dates for the above offices open on March 16 at noon and end on March 30 at noon.
Aiken County School Board of Education has five seats up for election. (Incumbents in parentheses).
District 2 (Broome)
District 3 (Silas)
District 5 (Moulton)
District 6 (Liz Morris)
District 7 (Patrice Rhinehart-Jackson)
Filing via petition must be submitted to the Aiken County Elections Office by 12:00 noon on July 15th. The petition must include the signatures of at least 5% of the registered voters in their respective districts.
Municipal Elections (will add more as information becomes known)
Windsor - Mayor & 1 town council -Filing Feb 27 - Mar 6
Election Date: May 12
Wagener - Special Election for town council will take place on April 14th with early voting taking place March 30th through April 10th.
North Augusta – At large, three council seats up for election (Nov 3, 2026)
Federal Elections - for Aiken County voters
US Senate - (incumbent Lindsey Graham)
US House of Representatives -Congressional District 2 (incumbent Joe Wilson)
2025 Municipal Election Victories
Become a Democracy Builder!
South Carolina is at a crossroads. With 2026 shaping up to be one of the most consequential elections in our lifetime, we need neighbors talking to neighbors, communities connecting, and Democrats building relationships with other Democrats who care about South Carolina’s future.
That’s where you come in.
Introducing the Aiken County Democratic Party Book Store!
Here’s the deal: when you shop through our online bookstore, a percentage of every purchase comes back to support the ACDP. It’s like donating to democracy—one book at a time.
VOTE OUT THE BUMS THAT VOTED FOR THIS BIG, UGLY BILL
Vote Democratic in every election to stop bills like this!
Now the republicans think they can change the bill's name, but it's still like putting lipstick on a pig.
Donate Your Time and be Part of Democracy in Action!
The Aiken County Democratic Party office is located at 410 Richland Ave. West, Aiken.
We are now closed, 2026 hours to be announced.
Please call 803-648-6595 if you have questions or concerns.
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