The Grimes Brief

Voter guide

The Grimes voter guide: how to vote, what is on your ballot, and who represents you.

Everything a Grimes voter needs, in one place and in plain English. It is nonpartisan and sourced, we take no side, and we endorse no one.

Know what is on the ballot, then how it turned out

The Grimes Brief is a free weekly email. We keep this guide current through Election Day, Nov. 3, and the Monday after we tell you how the Grimes races went. Nonpartisan, no spam.

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The 2026 general election

Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026: federal, state, and county offices, polls 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Grimes is split between Polk and Dallas counties, so some of your ballot depends on which side you live on. You vote through your county of residence.

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The guide

How to vote in Grimes →
Register, vote early or by mail, the photo ID you need, and how to find your polling place, in Polk or Dallas county.
What is on your 2026 ballot →
Every race on your November 3 ballot: the open U.S. Senate seat, IA-03, governor, statewide offices, the open Iowa Senate District 23, House 46, and your Polk or Dallas county races.
Who represents Grimes →
Your current officials from city hall to Congress: the mayor and council, county, state legislators, and Washington.
At a glance

Key 2026 dates

General electionTue Nov 3
Register by (pre-registration)Mon Oct 19
Early / mailed voting beginsWed Oct 14
Polls open, Election Day7a to 8p

Iowa allows same-day registration with a photo ID and proof of residence. See how to vote for the full list.

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