Key takeaways
- County Commissioner (term starting Jan. 1, 2027): Michael Schrader (D) vs. Tony Wheeler (R).
- Ohio House District 92: Mark Johnson (R, incumbent) vs. Sarah Senff (D).
- Ohio Senate District 17: Brian A. Deer (D) vs. Shane Wilkin (R, incumbent).
- County Auditor (Christopher D. Robers, R) and Probate/Juvenile Judge (Jonah M. Saving, D) each have one candidate listed.
Every race below appears on every Hocking County ballot, according to the Hocking County Board of Elections' notice for the Nov. 3, 2026 general election. Candidates are listed alphabetically. We do not endorse anyone.
Our homepage race cards listed only the Republican nominees for commissioner and Ohio House 92 after the primary. The board's general election notice confirms a Democratic candidate in each race, shown here.
Hocking County Commissioner
| Candidate | Party |
|---|---|
| Michael Schrader | Democratic |
| Tony Wheeler | Republican |
Tony Wheeler won the May 5 Republican primary with 1,209 votes, ahead of Michael Linton (865) and Shawn Fraunfelter (372), according to WOUB's unofficial results. Michael Schrader is the Democratic nominee listed by the board.
What county commissioners do
Hocking County has a three-member board of commissioners, each elected countywide to a four-year term. Terms are staggered, so one or two seats are on the ballot in a given election year. In Ohio, the commissioners are the county's main governing and budgeting body. Among other duties, they:
- Adopt the county's annual budget and approve spending for county departments and other elected officials' offices.
- Decide whether to place county tax levies on the ballot, like this year's senior services levy renewal.
- Own and maintain county buildings and property, and oversee county-run services.
- Approve contracts and appoint members of many county boards.
The commissioners hold regular public meetings; meeting minutes are posted on the Hocking County government website.
Ohio House of Representatives, District 92
| Candidate | Party |
|---|---|
| Mark Johnson | Republican (incumbent) |
| Sarah Senff | Democratic |
All of Hocking County is in House District 92; the district also includes parts of neighboring counties. Rep. Mark Johnson has represented the district since 2021. Ohio House members serve two-year terms and may serve up to four consecutive terms.
State representatives vote on Ohio laws and the state's two-year operating budget, which funds schools, local government support, roads and more. They also vote on proposed constitutional amendments the legislature sends to voters, as it did with this year's State Issue 3.
Ohio Senate, District 17
| Candidate | Party |
|---|---|
| Brian A. Deer | Democratic |
| Shane Wilkin | Republican (incumbent) |
Ohio senators serve four-year terms, and half the Senate is elected every two years. Hocking County is in District 17, which also covers other southern Ohio counties. Senators and representatives must both pass a bill before it goes to the governor.
County Auditor
Christopher D. Robers (Republican) is the only candidate listed by the board. He is also listed as the current auditor on the county's website. Even in an uncontested race, the name appears on your ballot, and you may vote for the candidate or leave the race blank.
The county auditor is the county's chief fiscal officer and property assessor. The auditor's office sets property values for tax purposes, calculates the cost estimates printed on levy ballot language, issues county payments, and licenses dogs and vendors. If you want to know how a levy affects your own tax bill, the auditor's office is the place to ask.
Common Pleas Court, Probate/Juvenile Division
Jonah M. Saving (Democratic) is the only candidate listed by the board. The probate and juvenile judge handles estates, guardianships, adoptions, marriage licenses, mental health commitments and juvenile cases in Hocking County.
Local issues on the same ballot
Every Hocking County ballot also includes a countywide senior citizen services levy renewal and State Issue 3. Some precincts also vote on township or village levies in Falls, Good Hope, Laurel and Salt Creek townships and the villages of Buchtel, Laurelville and Murray City. Check the sample ballot for your precinct.
How to learn more about local candidates
- Campaign finance: County candidates file campaign finance reports with the Hocking County Board of Elections. Legislative candidates file with the Ohio Secretary of State. Both are public; call the board at (740) 380-8683 or visit 93 W. Hunter St., Logan.
- Party organizations: Contacts for local and state parties are on our homepage, with equal space for every party.
- Local news and forums: Regional outlets such as WOUB and the Logan Daily News cover local races and candidate forums.
- Meetings: County commission meetings are public, and minutes are posted online.
Vote early at the board office in Logan through Nov. 1, or at your precinct on Nov. 3 from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Ohio SOS schedule). Our voter guides walk through each option.
Frequently asked questions
Who is running for Hocking County commissioner in 2026?
Michael Schrader (Democrat) and Tony Wheeler (Republican), for the full term commencing Jan. 1, 2027, according to the Hocking County Board of Elections.
Who is running for Ohio House District 92 in 2026?
Rep. Mark Johnson (Republican, incumbent) and Sarah Senff (Democrat).
What Ohio Senate district is Hocking County in?
District 17. The 2026 candidates are Brian A. Deer (Democrat) and Shane Wilkin (Republican, incumbent).
Is the Hocking County auditor race contested?
No. The board's notice lists one candidate, Christopher D. Robers (Republican).
How long do county commissioners serve in Ohio?
Four years, with staggered terms so the three seats are not all elected at once.
Official sources
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