Who’s Running for Local Office in Maysville and Mason County, Kentucky? Here’s the Full List of 2026 Candidates
MAYSVILLE, Ky. (Mason County Post) As the 2026 election cycle ramps up in Mason County, Kentucky, local residents are gearing up for a series of competitive races.
Filings for the primary election on May 19, 2026, have closed, revealing a mix of incumbents and challengers vying for county and city positions. Notably, the Maysville City Commission race has drawn more than eight candidates, triggering a primary to narrow the field to the top eight for the November general election.
This list is based on recent public filings. Parties are noted where applicable (R for Republican, D for Democrat), though some offices like Maysville Mayor and City Commission appear to be non-partisan. Keep in mind that candidate lists can evolve, so check with the Mason County Clerk’s office for the latest official updates.
County Offices
Property Valuation Administrator
• Troy Cracraft (D)
County Judge/Executive
• S. Max Moran (R)
• Peggy Frame (R)
• Eric Bach (R)
• Owen J. McNeill (D)
County Attorney
• A. Claire Estill McHugh (D)
County Clerk
• Stephanie G. Schumacher (R)
Sheriff
• Ryan Swolsky (R)
Jailer
• Lisa Kern Yeary (R)
Coroner
• David E. Lawrence (R)
County Surveyor
• R. David Hord (D)
County Commissioners
District One
• Glenny Riggs, Jr. (R)
• Paula Cokonougher (R)
• Noah Kalb (D)
• Rebecca Cartmell (D)
District Two
• Dwayne Sharp (R)
• Jason C. Sheppeck (R)
• Larry “Speedy” Fetters (R)
• Henry C. Boone (D)
• Janet Hauke Garrison (D)
District Three
• William Lawrence (R)
Constables
District One
• Ben Breslin (R)
District Two
• Joe Collins (R)
• James Conley (R)
District Three
• Phil Day (D)
Maysville City Offices
Maysville Mayor
• Debra L. Cotterill
• Robert Boone
Maysville City Commission (Top 8 advance from primary)
• Brey Foster
• David C. Doyle
• Ann Brammer
• Victor C. McKay
• Steve Chandler
• Rick Lawrence
• David Cartmell
• John T. Meng
• Tommy Marshall, Jr.
• LaRon Washington
• David Irwin
• Kirby Bennett
Voters in Mason County can expect a lively primary season, especially in crowded races like County Judge/Executive and the City Commission. Stay tuned for campaign updates as these candidates hit the trail!
For more details on candidate filings, voting, including absentee options and polling locations, visit the Mason County Clerk’s website: (Here).