City of Rector Mayor (Clay County)

What this office does

The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

Candidates

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Also on Clay County ballots

• City of Rector Recorder/Treasurer
• City of Piggott Mayor
• City of Knobel Mayor
• City of Corning City Clerk
• City of St. Francis Mayor
• City of Datto Mayor
• City of Corning Mayor
• City of Peach Orchard Mayor
• City of Greenway Mayor
• City of Piggott City Clerk
• City of Datto Recorder/Treasurer
• City of Corning City Council North Ward Position 2
• City of Piggott City Council South Ward Position 2
• City of Rector City Council West Ward Position 2
• City of Corning City Council South Ward Position 1
• City of Corning City Council South Ward Position 2

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Quick answers

Who is running for City of Rector Mayor (Clay County) in 2026?

Mark Manchester.

What does this office do?

The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

Who should I vote for in the City of Rector Mayor (Clay County) race?

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When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.