Early Filings Signal Competitive Start to 2026 Elections in Cabarrus County

Several incumbents and new contenders have already entered key legislative, county, and school board races ahead of the Dec. 19 filing deadline.

Kevin Crutchfield is one of several candidates who filed to run for office next year. Photo courtesy of Kevin Crutchfield.

Filing for the 2026 election cycle opened Monday, and several incumbents and first-time candidates have already stepped into key races that will shape Cabarrus County’s political landscape for years to come.