Elections shape the future of our community. On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Republican voters across Rock Island County will choose the candidates who will represent our party in the November General Election. Rock Island County has long been considered a deep purple county, but that also means something important — elections here are decided by who shows up. When Republicans turn out, we win. When we stay home, we leave our future in someone else’s hands. This year we have something we haven’t always had in the past — a strong slate of Republican candidates stepping forward to serve our community. These candidates are willing to invest their time, energy, and resources to bring responsible leadership and common-sense solutions to our county and our state. Now they need our support. Every vote in the primary strengthens our candidates heading into the General Election and shows that Rock Island County Republicans are organized, energized, and ready to lead. Make a plan to vote on March 17. If you have already received a vote-by-mail ballot, please complete it and return it promptly so your vote is counted. If you plan to vote in person, make sure to show up and bring a friend or neighbor with you. Elections in counties like ours are often decided by just a few votes per precinct. Together we can build momentum, support our candidates, and begin the work of turning Rock Island County red — one precinct at a time. Below you will find the Republican candidates appearing on the March 17 Primary ballot. Take a moment to learn about each candidate and support them as they work to move our county and our state forward.
Rock Island County Sheriff
Rock Island County Treasurer
Rock Island County Clerk
MARIAN STALLINGS
Rock Island County Board
District 7 John Bohlander, Jr. South Moline Facebook Bolander for County Board
District 8 Drue Mielke Coal Valley, Precinct Committeeman Coal Valley 3