Stearns County Special Election for Soil and Water Supervisor District 4

Last updated Sun, Nov 8, 3:15 AM ET

1 candidate · General election, November 3, 2026

Results so far: Unofficial count as of Nov 7, 10:22 a.m. ET, with 99 of 99 precincts reporting: Steve L. Peterson 50,232 (100.0%). From the official election results site (electionresults.sos.mn.gov). SpectrumVote doesn't call races; results are official only once the state certifies them. Official results.

What this office does

Soil & Water Conservation District board: promotes conservation of soil, water and natural resources, often working with farmers and landowners on conservation programs.

Candidates

Steve L. PetersonIncumbent

Owner, Peterson Farms (crop and beef operation near Paynesville)
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Quick answers

What are the results so far?
Unofficial count as of Nov 7, 10:22 a.m. ET, with 99 of 99 precincts reporting: Steve L. Peterson 50,232 (100.0%). From the official election results site (electionresults.sos.mn.gov). SpectrumVote doesn't call races; results are official only once the state certifies them.
Who is running for Stearns County Special Election for Soil and Water Supervisor District 4 in 2026?
Steve L. Peterson.
Who is the incumbent?
Steve L. Peterson currently holds this office.
What does this office do?
Soil & Water Conservation District board: promotes conservation of soil, water and natural resources, often working with farmers and landowners on conservation programs.
Who should I vote for in the Stearns County Special Election for Soil and Water Supervisor District 4 race?
SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
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.

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