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Primary Election Results
Unofficial results, as provided by the Dunn County Clerk's office , show that Matthew Crowe (942 votes) and Randy Knaack (642) were the top two vote getters in Tuesday's election and will be facing off on April 7th to see who will be the next mayor of Menomonie.
Feb 18


Spring Primary Election Day - Tuesday, February 17th
Residents of the City of Menomonie will see a Mayoral Primary on the ballot on February 17, 2026. Three candidates have filed papers to run for the office of Mayor of Menomonie, triggering a needed Spring Primary. Names were drawn at random and will appear on the ballot for City of Menomonie residents in the following order: Grady Richartz Randy Knaack Matthew Crowe The top two candidates with the most votes will advance to appear on the April 7, 2026, Spring Election ball
Feb 16


WEAU & Volume One mayoral candidate interviews, Q&A
WEAU conducted interviews with the three candidates running for mayor in the City of Menomonie. You can find these interviews HERE . Volume One also did a Q&A with the candidates. You can read that HERE . WQOW previously conducted interviews. Those interviews can be found HERE .
Feb 12


City of Menomonie Polling Locations
Election season is here, Menomonie! With the February 17 Spring Primary Election coming up, a few polling locations have changed. Because your polling place is based on where you live, we encourage everyone to take a moment to double-check their location before Election Day, so you know exactly where to go. City of Menomonie polling locations include: • Wards 1 & 2: Dunn County Historical Society – Holtby Hall 1820 John Russell Road • Wards 3 & 4: Menomonie City Hall – Counci
Feb 11


Mayoral Candidate Interviews
Three candidates are running for Mayor in Menomonie. Incumbent Randy Knaack is being challenged by Matthew Crowe and Grady Richartz. A primary on February 17th will narrow the field to two candidates who will face off in the April 7th Election. WQOW Channel 18 recently interviewed all three candidates. You can find those interviews HERE . Here is a recent post with more election information .
Jan 21


February 17, 2026 Spring Primary in Dunn County
Only a few municipalities in Dunn County will be holding a needed Spring Primary Election on February 17, 2026. Residents of the City of Menomonie will see a Mayoral Primary on the ballot on February 17, 2026. Three candidates have filed papers to run for the office of Mayor of Menomonie, triggering a needed Spring Primary. Names were drawn at random and will appear on the ballot for City of Menomonie residents in the following order: Grady Richartz Randy Knaack Matthew C
Jan 15


Spring 2026 Election Information
The Spring Election is scheduled for April 7, 2026. Below you will find candidate information. Keep checking the Menomonie Minute for election coverage and updates. Election information can be found on My Vote Wisconsin . If you find this information helpful, please consider supporting the Menomonie Minute. Municipal Boards - cities, townships, and villages City of Menomonie Because there are three candidates for mayor, a primary will be necessary in the City of Menomonie, wh
Jan 14


Ten contested races in the April Dunn County Board election
There will be 10 contested Dunn County Board contests, including one primary contest races in the April 2026 election. Here are the contested districts and candidates: District 1 : Timothy A. Lauffer , Colfax, and Jeff Foster , Colfax District 2 : Heather Seburn , Prairie Farm, and John Wurtzler , Boyceville District 6 : Dustin Shackleton , Menomonie, and Jim Zons , Colfax District 9 : Stephanie May , Downing, and Samuel S. Thompson , Knapp District 11 : Michelle Bachand ,
Jan 13


Spring 2026 Election Information
It's already time to start thinking about the Spring Election coming up on April 7, 2026. Nomination papers are available for those interested in seeking office. Completed paperwork must be submitted by January 6th. A primary election, if needed, will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Ballots will be available to view on myvote.wi.gov 21 days before the election. What's on the ballot for the Spring Election Wisconsin State Supreme Court Justice Dunn County Circuit Cour
Dec 5, 2025


Meet the Candidates: Board of Education, School District of the Menomonie Area
Candidates for the Menomonie Area School Board will appear at a forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters—Greater Chippewa Valley on...
Mar 4, 2025

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