County will hold election primaries on May 5
The Wilson County Election Commission has voted unanimously to call a Wilson County Republican and Democratic Primary election for May 5, 2026, according to a news release from the commission.
Both parties filed letters with the commission indicating their intent to nominate candidates for the primaries. The General Election is scheduled for Aug. 6, 2026.
Voters who participate in the primary election are affiliated with the Republican or Democratic party or, at the time of voting, declare their intention to affiliate with the party whose primary ballot they choose. Registered voters in Tennessee do not register to vote as a member of any political party.
Offices eligible for the May 5 primary election are Wilson County Mayor, Wilson County Commissioners (all 25 districts), Sheriff, Trustee, Circuit Court Clerk, County Clerk, Register of Deeds and Constables (all five zones), Wilson County Schools board (zones 2, 4, 6) and Lebanon Special School District.
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