Sioux Falls Mayoral Runoff: Erickson vs. Smith for Mayor

Sioux Falls mayoral runoff: Erickson vs. Smith for mayor

This story will be updated with the results of the 2026 mayoral runoff election. SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Voters in South Dakota's largest city will help pick who will be the 33rd mayor of Sioux Falls. Christine Erickson finished with the lead at 37% (14,407) during the June primary. Jamie Smith finished at 28% [...]

Knobe: Both Sioux Falls mayoral candidates would serve city well

Here is the good news: Unlike the Republican runoff election in late July, which forces us to choose between the lesser of two bad choices, the runoff election for mayor of Sioux Falls on Tuesday, June 23, features two solid candidates.It’s a nonpartisan election. EVERYBODY registered to vote in Sioux Falls, can cast a ballot.No matter which Sioux Falls mayoral candidate wins on June 23 we will be OK. Both Jamie Smith and Christine Erickson are …

Jodi's Journal: A mayoral reality checklist

June 21, 2026 I was the first and nearly the last person to ask questions of this year’s mayoral candidates as part of organized community forums, beginning with an event for Downtown Sioux Falls Inc. and concluding this past week for the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce. Along the way, I’ve had a chance to learn more about them and watch them evolve as candidates. I also bring a unique perspective to the conversation, having served as Ma…