Marion County Arkansas Republicans
CONTESTED LOCAL RACES
Preferential Primary Early voting begins February 17, 2026
Preferential Primary Election is March 3, 2026.
Sections below contain information provided by candidates.
MARION COUNTY TREASURER
2 CANDIDATES
MARION COUNTY TREASURER CANIDATE
Cyndi Mueller of Yellville has officially announced her candidacy for Marion County Treasurer as a Republican in the March 2026 primary.
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“My motivation for running is my passion for serving the citizens of Marion County,” Mueller said. “At the heart of everything I do is integrity. I believe taxpayer money must be managed with honesty, transparency, and accuracy—because every dollar represents the hard work of our families, neighbors, and local businesses. I have worked diligently to understand the responsibilities of the County Treasurer. This role requires integrity, experience, dedication, and a true willingness to serve others. With years of financial and leadership experience, and deep roots in this county, I’m not running for a title—I’m running to serve. My experience and education have prepared me to do just that.”
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Mueller brings almost five years of experience in county government and currently serves as the Chief Deputy Treasurer for Baxter County. Prior to that role, she served as Deputy Treasurer in Marion County. She also facilitates the Financial Intelligence Software Users’ group for Arkansas County Treasurers - the same software currently used by the Marion County Treasurers' office. In addition to her service in county government, she has 25 years of private sector experience as a business owner, bookkeeper, and billing manager. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Western Governors University.
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Mueller and her husband of thirty years, Mike, reside in rural Marion County. Two of their three children, along with their spouses and grandchildren, also live in Marion County. She is proud to say that four generations of her family call Marion County home.
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Mueller and her family are members of New Hope Baptist Church. Mueller also serves as Treasurer of The Friends of the Marion County Library and is an active member of both the Marion County Republican Party and Republican Women of Marion County, where she serves as the Scholarship Chairwoman. She is a member of the Arkansas County Treasurer’s Association.
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“I am excited to announce my candidacy and honored to run for the position of Marion County Treasurer,” said Mueller. “My priority will always be serving the citizens of Marion County. I will operate the county treasury with honesty and integrity, ensuring the county's financial information is transparent, accurate, and easily accessible to all taxpayers. My goal is to maintain the economic health of Marion County by responsibly managing public funds and being a trusted steward of taxpayer money”.
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Mueller respectfully asks for your support and your vote in the March 3, 2026, Republican Primary Election for Marion County Treasurer.
MARION COUNTY TREASURER CANIDATE
AMBER KNOWLES
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Ambeer Knowles has announced her candidacy for Marion County Treasurer in the March 2026 Republican primary.
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Knowles, a lifetime Marion County resident, currently serves as Deputy Treasurer. She said she plans to bring increased transparency and operational efficiency to the office, building on ongoing improvements she has made to the county’s financial systems.
“I believe this role requires dedication, integrity, experience, and a servant’s heart,” Knowles said in a statement. “I am committed to advancing the county forward, and my experience and education reflect my capability to achieve this.”
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Knowles joined the county in 2021 as Assistant Comptroller, working in budgeting, payroll, human resources, and accounts payable. In her current role, she has helped update revenue coding and improve budgeting methods.
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A 2012 graduate of Yellville-Summit, Knowles is pursuing a business degree at Arkansas State University, where she maintains a 4.0 GPA. She is expected to graduate in December.
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Knowles is a member of the Marion County Republican Party, Republican Women of Marion County, the Arkansas Treasurer’s Association, and the Mid-Marion County Rotary Club.
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“I humbly ask for your vote and support to continue serving Marion County,” Knowles said.
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE DISTRICT 9
2 CANDIDATES
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE DISTRICT 9 CANDIDATE
MILES WELLEIN
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Miles Wellein is a candidate for Justice of the Peace for District 9 and previously served in the role after being appointed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders in November 2023 to complete the term of the late Justice Joyce McCalla. He served through December 31, 2024, contributing on the Law Enforcement and Personnel Committees and gaining firsthand experience with the responsibilities and decision-making required on the Quorum Court.
Wellein is a decorated combat veteran, commissioned in the United States Army in 2009. His life and career have been shaped by service, discipline, and a respect for the principles that guide good governance. As a constitutional conservative, Miles believes in responsible local government, limited intrusion, and protecting individual freedoms while ensuring the county operates efficiently and transparently.
Miles and his wife Jenna, along with their son, have made Marion County their home, and he is deeply committed to representing the values and priorities of the community. During his time as Justice of the Peace, he focused on practical solutions, fiscal accountability, and transparent leadership—putting the interests of local residents above political rhetoric.
With proven experience on the Quorum Court and a commitment rooted in conservative principles, Miles Wellein seeks to continue serving District 9 with integrity, professionalism, and a dedication to protecting both the community and the constitutional values that safeguard it.​
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JUSTICE OF THE PEACE DISTRICT 9 CANDIDATE
JOHN ROSENTHAL
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John Rosenthal grew up in Park City, Kansas a suburb of Wichita and attended Wichita Heights High School.
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John enlisted in the United States Marine Corp after his senior year in high school. After his enlistment and returning to civilian life John relocated to Springdale, Arkansas where he worked in residential and commercial construction from masonry work to roofing to painting. He worked for Southern Electrical Supply in Springdale, Arkansas in supply and logistics then was offered a job with a local contractor as an apprentice electrician. That was the beginning of his 30+ year career as a commercial and industrial electrician with about 20 of those years being an Arkansas state licensed master electrician. During that time he was placed into leadership roles as electrical superintendent on the first two middle schools to be constructed in Springdale.
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John moved to rural Marion county early 2016
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A former business owner and ordained minister
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John fully supports the constitution and believes the first amendment is key to governance and essential for a functioning democracy. The people are the foundation of government and are therefore an integral part of the checks and balances.
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John believes we can restore and maintain integrity and accountability in our government and it starts at the local level. Stating that we need to put more people in government rather than politicians.
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John says we need to stop changing things and get back to the basics. The people are the foundation of government and the people rule.
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He wants to be the voice of the people in Marion county district 9
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