Municipal election - April 1, 2025

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The Stephenson County Democratic Party proudly endorses Josh Atkinson as the Democratic candidate for Freeport Mayor.

 Learn more about Josh Atkinson here.

The Stephenson County Democratic Party proudly endorses Sue Cook as the Democratic Alderwoman candidate for Freeport Ward Two. You can find out more about her on her social media page.

There are three seats up for election and four candidates running. Watch this page for more information about who the Stephenson County Democrats will be endorsing in this non-partisan race.

One position is up for election in 2025 and one candidate, the incumbent, George Yarzak filed papers for that seat. 

There are three seats up for election and there are three candidates running. Watch this page for more information about who the Stephenson County Democrats will be endorsing in this non-partisan race.

The Stephenson County Democratic Party proudly endorses Ted Odendahl as the Democratic candidate for Freeport Township. 

Many of you know Ted because of his involvement with the Boys and Girls Club in Freeport, his involvement in the YIELD program and with his involvement with the Freeport NAACP.

CLick the link above to learn more about Ted Odendahl.

Caucus meetings will occur on December 3, 2024 for both Republicans and Democrats. Check with your Township to learn more. Here is a link to the Illinois Caucus Guide. 

Fifteen candidates are running for the various rural school board seats. 

5 in Pearl City

5 in Dakota

4 in Orangeville and

1 in Lena

Check with your School Board to learn more.

There are other positions open in the smaller towns across Stephenson County. Library board in Lena comes to mind. If you are interested in finding out, please check within the city governments or call our County Clerk, Jazmin Wingert.