The State of South Dakota will be holding a Republican gubernatorial runoff election on July 28. The two candidates are Gov. Larry Rhoden and Toby Doeden. Absentee voting will begin on June 12.
IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION -- SD Gubernatorial Runoff Election
MONDAY, JULY 13: VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE
- Click here to access a fillable voter registration form
- Submit the application in person to the Yankton County Auditor's Office (321 W 3rd St, Yankton, SD 57078)
- If you are in doubt about whether you are registered, check the Voter Information Portal at www.sdsos.gov or call the Yankton County Auditor's Office at 605-260-4400
JUNE 12 - JULY 27: EARLY VOTING PERIOD
- Early voting is now planned to open the week of April 27th.
- Vote at the Yankton County Government Center (321 W 3rd St) on weekdays from 9AM - 5PM
- Questions can be directed to the Yankton County Auditor's Office at 605-260-4400
TUESDAY, JULY 28: ELECTION DAY
- Polls will be open from 7 AM to 7 PM
- Click here to view a map of voting centers
- Visit the South Dakota Secretary of State's Website for more information.
The following offices will become vacant due to the expiration of the present term of office: Three Commissioners each for a three year term. For more information, visit the City of Yankton's website.
IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION -- City Commission Election
FRIDAY JULY 3: PETITION CIRCULATION BEGINS
- Petitions can be picked up at the City Finance Office during normal business hours or can be printed directly from the South Dakota Secretary of State's website.
TUESDAY AUGUST 25: PETITION FILING DUE DATE
- Petitions must be filed in the City Finance Office or withdrawn by 5 p.m.
- If more than three citizens file petitions, the City of Yankton will combine with Yankton County on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for the General Election.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19: VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE
You MUST be registered and reside in City limits to vote for City Commissioner.
- Click here to access a fillable voter registration form
- Submit the application in person to the Yankton County Auditor's Office (321 W 3rd St, Yankton, SD 57078)
- If you are in doubt about whether you are registered, check the Voter Information Portal at www.sdsos.gov or call the Yankton County Auditor's Office at 605-260-4400
SEPTEMBER 18 - NOVEMBER 2: EARLY VOTING PERIOD
- Vote at the Yankton County Government Center (321 W 3rd St) on weekdays from 9AM - 5PM
- Questions can be directed to the Yankton County Auditor's Office at 605-260-4400
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3: ELECTION DAY
- Polls will be open from 7 AM to 7 PM
- Click here to view a map of voting centers
- Visit the South Dakota Secretary of State's Website for more information.
CANDIDATE FORUMS
Join Yankton County Democrats for an evening of food and discussion on Monday, July 20 from 5:30-7:00 at Riverside Park Shelter #3.
Meet democratic candidates running for South Dakota Governor, U.S. House, U.S. Senate, and District 18 House and Senate. This event is open to all and free to attend.
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