Published by Paul Ivinskas
Sunday, October 25, 2026

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Thomas Keith Wahlberg

Candidate, Rich County Sheriff

Northern Utah

On the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot

Thomas Keith Wahlberg is a candidate for Rich County Sheriff. The ballot lists Thomas Keith Wahlberg.

Everyone on the ballot for this seat

CandidateParty
Dale Stacey (incumbent)
Thomas Keith Wahlberg

Listed in ballot order. Source: Rich County, 2026 general election candidates. 2026 election guide

Background

Thomas Keith Wahlberg, also identified in local reporting as Tom Wahlberg, is a 2026 candidate for Rich County sheriff. Utah Public Radio reported in September 2026 that he had lived in the county for 26 years and worked in law enforcement for more than a decade. He spent seven years working for Rich County before moving to the North Park Police Department. In that interview, Wahlberg emphasized more officer training, faster public communication during emergencies and greater involvement with local schools. He is running without a party affiliation.

Source: Rich County: Election candidates · Background checked October 22, 2026

In the news

No Utah Ledger stories name Thomas Keith Wahlberg yet.

Sources

  1. Rich County: Election candidates
  2. Utah Public Radio: Rich County sheriff candidates

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