Meet The Candidates
Below are the Republican candidates on Cache County's November 3, 2026 general election ballot, along with the nonpartisan Cache County School Board candidates supported by the Cache County Republican Party.
For Cache County Attorney
J. Brett Chambers
I'll serve this office the way Cache Valley deserves—with professionalism, hard work, and accountability.
For the Utah Legislature in House District 5
Casey Snider
Casey has produced legislative solutions at every level of government, from grassroots efforts to the steps of the U.S. Capitol.
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Cache County Clerk
Bryson J. Behm
I'm running for re-election to continue strengthening our election systems, improving services, and protecting the trust residents place in this office. I remain committed to doing the job the right way and serving Cache County with integrity and excellence.
Cache County Auditor
Matthew Funk
He is committed to creating a better future for Cache County by focusing on accountability, rigor and integrity in the Cache County Finance Division. Matt knows how to find solutions, navigate complicated governmental problems and get things done for the community.
https://www.voteformattfunk.com/
Cache County Sheriff
D. Chad Jensen
Sheriff Chad Jensen joined the Cache County Sheriff's Office in 1992 and has worked, supervised and commanded in every division, including 20 years with the SWAT team. He was sworn in as the twentieth Sheriff of Cache County on January 5, 2015, and is seeking re-election.
County Executive
N. George Daines
N. George Daines is Cache County's current County Executive, the county's chief executive officer, elected at large. He is seeking re-election and is unopposed on the November 3 ballot.
Logan District Seat #2
JoAnn Bennett
Running for re-election to the Cache County Council. "Cache County is unique. Let's preserve, protect, and prioritize life and freedom."
JoAnn's priorities: reduce the tax burden; be open and transparent; constitutional rights belong to United States citizens; beware of NGOs, Public Infrastructure Districts (PIDs), and the Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA), and get us out of the United Nations.
Please contact me with your questions. I want your feedback!
801-825-9866 | JoAnn4Council@gmail.com
Logan District Seat #3
Sandi R. Goodlander
Over the past 4 years Sandi has worked to represent the people of Cache County and the residents of District 3. As Chair of the Council she has helped to bring transparency, collaboration, and respectful communication to county government. Her past experience includes serving on Logan City's Planning and Zoning Commission, Bear River Local Homeless Council, and both the Audit and Appropriations committees of the Council. Her priorities include developing land use policies for sustainable growth, protecting our water, and being a wise steward of public funds.
Northeast District Seat #5
Mark R. Hurd
Mark Hurd serves on the Cache County Council representing the Northeast District and chairs the Bear River Watershed Council. His past service includes multiple terms on the Hyde Park City Council, and his priorities include adequate resources for law enforcement and emergency services and responsible growth that protects agriculture.
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Southeast District Seat #7
Kathryn A. Beus
Kathryn Beus is a lifelong resident of the Southeast District and brings 13 years of experience as an elected official to her service on the Cache County Council. During her time on the Council, she has worked on responsible budgeting, strengthening public safety, and improving collaboration across local government. Kathryn is dedicated to serving the community she has always called home, preserving our quality of life, and properly planning for sustainable growth in Cache Valley.
Utah State Senate District 1
Scott D. Sandall
A lifelong Box Elder County rancher and business owner, Scott D. Sandall has served in the Utah Senate since 2019 after four years in the Utah House. He serves as vice chair of the Executive Appropriations Committee and is a past Box Elder County Farm Bureau president.
Utah State House District 1
Thomas W. Peterson
Thomas Peterson has represented Utah House District 1, covering parts of Box Elder and Cache counties, since 2022. A former State of Utah building official, he has chaired the Uniform Building Code Commission and served on the board of the International Code Council.
Utah State House District 2
Michael J. Petersen
Mike is working to protect the rights of all of Utah’s citizens. His voting record is a reflection of the principles contained within the Utah and U.S. Constitutions, as well as the Cache County GOP Platform. He is a strong conservative voice in the legislature for limited government, constitutional rights, individual freedom, parental rights, excellent education, and fiscal responsibility.
Utah State House District 3
Jason E. Thompson
Serving as your state representative for Utah House District 3 has been one of the greatest honors of my life. With the continued support of my incredible wife, Dana, and the trust of our community, I remain committed to advancing practical, conservative solutions that strengthen Utah families and preserve the values that make our state special.
Utah State Board of Education District 1
Jennie Earl
Jennie Earl represents Northern Utah on the Utah State Board of Education and is seeking re-election. She holds a master’s degree in education from Weber State University, has taught special education, and currently teaches middle school math.
Congressional District #2
Blake Moore
A native of Ogden, Blake Moore is a proactive problem solver committed to representing each and every constituent of Utah’s Second District. Advocating for inclusive, pro-growth, and aspirational principles.
Cache County School Board District 7 (Nonpartisan)
Mylind Fawcett
Mylind Fawcett is a father of five, all in Cache County School District, and works as an Agriculture Portfolio Manager at Zions Bank. He lives in Clarkston and is running on Families First, Students Always, and Responsible Financial Leadership.
Cache County School Board District 2 (Nonpartisan)
Aaron C. Ritchey
Aaron Ritchey is a small-business owner, former school board member, and longtime youth-sports coach.
Priorities: Family Values Education, Fiscal Responsibility, Experience
(814) 330-3392
Meet The Candidates
Below are the Republican candidates on Cache County's November 3, 2026 general election ballot, along with the nonpartisan Cache County School Board candidates supported by the Cache County Republican Party.
For Cache County Attorney
J. Brett Chambers
I'll serve this office the way Cache Valley deserves—with professionalism, hard work, and accountability.
For the Utah Legislature in House District 5
Casey Snider
Casey has produced legislative solutions at every level of government, from grassroots efforts to the steps of the U.S. Capitol.
Cache County Clerk
Bryson J. Behm
I'm running for re-election to continue strengthening our election systems, improving services, and protecting the trust residents place in this office. I remain committed to doing the job the right way and serving Cache County with integrity and excellence.
Cache County Auditor
Matthew Funk
He is committed to creating a better future for Cache County by focusing on accountability, rigor and integrity in the Cache County Finance Division. Matt knows how to find solutions, navigate complicated governmental problems and get things done for the community.
https://www.voteformattfunk.com/
Cache County Sheriff
D. Chad Jensen
Sheriff Chad Jensen joined the Cache County Sheriff's Office in 1992 and has worked, supervised and commanded in every division, including 20 years with the SWAT team. He was sworn in as the twentieth Sheriff of Cache County on January 5, 2015, and is seeking re-election.
County Executive
N. George Daines
N. George Daines is Cache County's current County Executive, the county's chief executive officer, elected at large. He is seeking re-election and is unopposed on the November 3 ballot.
Logan District Seat #2
JoAnn Bennett
Running for re-election to the Cache County Council. "Cache County is unique. Let's preserve, protect, and prioritize life and freedom."
JoAnn's priorities: reduce the tax burden; be open and transparent; constitutional rights belong to United States citizens; beware of NGOs, Public Infrastructure Districts (PIDs), and the Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA), and get us out of the United Nations.
Please contact me with your questions. I want your feedback!
801-825-9866 | JoAnn4Council@gmail.com
Logan District Seat #3
Sandi R. Goodlander
Over the past 4 years Sandi has worked to represent the people of Cache County and the residents of District 3. As Chair of the Council she has helped to bring transparency, collaboration, and respectful communication to county government. Her past experience includes serving on Logan City's Planning and Zoning Commission, Bear River Local Homeless Council, and both the Audit and Appropriations committees of the Council. Her priorities include developing land use policies for sustainable growth, protecting our water, and being a wise steward of public funds.
Northeast District Seat #5
Mark R. Hurd
Mark Hurd serves on the Cache County Council representing the Northeast District and chairs the Bear River Watershed Council. His past service includes multiple terms on the Hyde Park City Council, and his priorities include adequate resources for law enforcement and emergency services and responsible growth that protects agriculture.
Southeast District Seat #7
Kathryn A. Beus
Kathryn Beus is a lifelong resident of the Southeast District and brings 13 years of experience as an elected official to her service on the Cache County Council. During her time on the Council, she has worked on responsible budgeting, strengthening public safety, and improving collaboration across local government. Kathryn is dedicated to serving the community she has always called home, preserving our quality of life, and properly planning for sustainable growth in Cache Valley.
Utah State Senate District 1
Scott D. Sandall
A lifelong Box Elder County rancher and business owner, Scott D. Sandall has served in the Utah Senate since 2019 after four years in the Utah House. He serves as vice chair of the Executive Appropriations Committee and is a past Box Elder County Farm Bureau president.
Utah State House District 1
Thomas W. Peterson
Thomas Peterson has represented Utah House District 1, covering parts of Box Elder and Cache counties, since 2022. A former State of Utah building official, he has chaired the Uniform Building Code Commission and served on the board of the International Code Council.
Utah State House District 2
Michael J. Petersen
Mike is working to protect the rights of all of Utah’s citizens. His voting record is a reflection of the principles contained within the Utah and U.S. Constitutions, as well as the Cache County GOP Platform. He is a strong conservative voice in the legislature for limited government, constitutional rights, individual freedom, parental rights, excellent education, and fiscal responsibility.
Utah State House District 3
Jason E. Thompson
Serving as your state representative for Utah House District 3 has been one of the greatest honors of my life. With the continued support of my incredible wife, Dana, and the trust of our community, I remain committed to advancing practical, conservative solutions that strengthen Utah families and preserve the values that make our state special.
Utah State Board of Education District 1
Jennie Earl
Jennie Earl represents Northern Utah on the Utah State Board of Education and is seeking re-election. She holds a master’s degree in education from Weber State University, has taught special education, and currently teaches middle school math.
Congressional District #2
Blake Moore
A native of Ogden, Blake Moore is a proactive problem solver committed to representing each and every constituent of Utah’s Second District. Advocating for inclusive, pro-growth, and aspirational principles.
Cache County School Board District 7 (Nonpartisan)
Mylind Fawcett
Mylind Fawcett is a father of five, all in Cache County School District, and works as an Agriculture Portfolio Manager at Zions Bank. He lives in Clarkston and is running on Families First, Students Always, and Responsible Financial Leadership.
Cache County School Board District 2 (Nonpartisan)
Aaron C. Ritchey
Aaron Ritchey is a small-business owner, former school board member, and longtime youth-sports coach.
Priorities: Family Values Education, Fiscal Responsibility, Experience
(814) 330-3392
Meet The Candidates
Below are the Republican candidates on Cache County's November 3, 2026 general election ballot, along with the nonpartisan Cache County School Board candidates supported by the Cache County Republican Party.
For Cache County Attorney
J. Brett Chambers
I'll serve this office the way Cache Valley deserves—with professionalism, hard work, and accountability.
For the Utah Legislature in House District 5
Casey Snider
Casey has produced legislative solutions at every level of government, from grassroots efforts to the steps of the U.S. Capitol.
Cache County Clerk
Bryson J. Behm
I'm running for re-election to continue strengthening our election systems, improving services, and protecting the trust residents place in this office. I remain committed to doing the job the right way and serving Cache County with integrity and excellence.
Cache County Auditor
Matthew Funk
He is committed to creating a better future for Cache County by focusing on accountability, rigor and integrity in the Cache County Finance Division. Matt knows how to find solutions, navigate complicated governmental problems and get things done for the community.
https://www.voteformattfunk.com/
Cache County Sheriff
D. Chad Jensen
Sheriff Chad Jensen joined the Cache County Sheriff's Office in 1992 and has worked, supervised and commanded in every division, including 20 years with the SWAT team. He was sworn in as the twentieth Sheriff of Cache County on January 5, 2015, and is seeking re-election.
County Executive
N. George Daines
N. George Daines is Cache County's current County Executive, the county's chief executive officer, elected at large. He is seeking re-election and is unopposed on the November 3 ballot.
Logan District Seat #2
JoAnn Bennett
Running for re-election to the Cache County Council. "Cache County is unique. Let's preserve, protect, and prioritize life and freedom."
JoAnn's priorities: reduce the tax burden; be open and transparent; constitutional rights belong to United States citizens; beware of NGOs, Public Infrastructure Districts (PIDs), and the Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA), and get us out of the United Nations.
Please contact me with your questions. I want your feedback!
801-825-9866 | JoAnn4Council@gmail.com
Logan District Seat #3
Sandi R. Goodlander
Over the past 4 years Sandi has worked to represent the people of Cache County and the residents of District 3. As Chair of the Council she has helped to bring transparency, collaboration, and respectful communication to county government. Her past experience includes serving on Logan City's Planning and Zoning Commission, Bear River Local Homeless Council, and both the Audit and Appropriations committees of the Council. Her priorities include developing land use policies for sustainable growth, protecting our water, and being a wise steward of public funds.
Northeast District Seat #5
Mark R. Hurd
Mark Hurd serves on the Cache County Council representing the Northeast District and chairs the Bear River Watershed Council. His past service includes multiple terms on the Hyde Park City Council, and his priorities include adequate resources for law enforcement and emergency services and responsible growth that protects agriculture.
Southeast District Seat #7
Kathryn A. Beus
Kathryn Beus is a lifelong resident of the Southeast District and brings 13 years of experience as an elected official to her service on the Cache County Council. During her time on the Council, she has worked on responsible budgeting, strengthening public safety, and improving collaboration across local government. Kathryn is dedicated to serving the community she has always called home, preserving our quality of life, and properly planning for sustainable growth in Cache Valley.
Utah State Senate District 1
Scott D. Sandall
A lifelong Box Elder County rancher and business owner, Scott D. Sandall has served in the Utah Senate since 2019 after four years in the Utah House. He serves as vice chair of the Executive Appropriations Committee and is a past Box Elder County Farm Bureau president.
Utah State House District 1
Thomas W. Peterson
Thomas Peterson has represented Utah House District 1, covering parts of Box Elder and Cache counties, since 2022. A former State of Utah building official, he has chaired the Uniform Building Code Commission and served on the board of the International Code Council.
Utah State House District 2
Michael J. Petersen
Mike is working to protect the rights of all of Utah’s citizens. His voting record is a reflection of the principles contained within the Utah and U.S. Constitutions, as well as the Cache County GOP Platform. He is a strong conservative voice in the legislature for limited government, constitutional rights, individual freedom, parental rights, excellent education, and fiscal responsibility.
Utah State House District 3
Jason E. Thompson
Serving as your state representative for Utah House District 3 has been one of the greatest honors of my life. With the continued support of my incredible wife, Dana, and the trust of our community, I remain committed to advancing practical, conservative solutions that strengthen Utah families and preserve the values that make our state special.
Utah State Board of Education District 1
Jennie Earl
Jennie Earl represents Northern Utah on the Utah State Board of Education and is seeking re-election. She holds a master’s degree in education from Weber State University, has taught special education, and currently teaches middle school math.
Congressional District #2
Blake Moore
A native of Ogden, Blake Moore is a proactive problem solver committed to representing each and every constituent of Utah’s Second District. Advocating for inclusive, pro-growth, and aspirational principles.
Cache County School Board District 7 (Nonpartisan)
Mylind Fawcett
Mylind Fawcett is a father of five, all in Cache County School District, and works as an Agriculture Portfolio Manager at Zions Bank. He lives in Clarkston and is running on Families First, Students Always, and Responsible Financial Leadership.
Cache County School Board District 2 (Nonpartisan)
Aaron C. Ritchey
Aaron Ritchey is a small-business owner, former school board member, and longtime youth-sports coach.
Priorities: Family Values Education, Fiscal Responsibility, Experience
(814) 330-3392
Interested in Running for Office?
Potential candidates seeking to serve in upcoming elections are advised to indicate their interest by sending an e-mail to County Republican Chair Natalie Levi at chaircachegop@gmail.com