Mitchell, Dyrdahl Will Compete for Senate District 10
Great Falls voters will choose a new representative for the Montana Senate seat on November 3rd.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Elections
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Margaret Mitchell and Jessica Dyrdahl are campaigning to represent Senate District 10 in the upcoming election. The contest follows incumbent Jeremy Trebas choice to decline a bid for re-election.
Why it matters
The race will determine who represents local constituents in Helena, with the candidates prioritizing distinct issues like home affordability and parental rights. The outcome will shape local representation after the vacancy left by the incumbent.
This election for the Montana Senate District 10 seat covers the Great Falls area and extends to the Missouri River. Voters will decide between two candidates after ballots were distributed by mail.
The players
Margaret Mitchell
She is a fourth-generation resident of Great Falls and a former Vice President for American Express.
Jessica Dyrdahl
She is a former Army National Guard member, a former Chouteau County dispatcher, and a single mother of two children.
Jeremy Trebas
He is the incumbent state senator who decided not to seek re-election for the District 10 seat.
The details
Margaret Mitchell, a fourth-generation Great Falls resident and former American Express vice president, is running to increase city opportunities and home affordability. Jessica Dyrdahl, a former Army National Guard member and Chouteau County dispatcher, is campaigning on a platform focused on supporting parental rights and addressing rising living costs.
Timeline
October 9, 2026: Ballots were mailed to voters.
November 3, 2026: Election day.
Political Context
Opponents often emphasize that the legislative experience of a candidate is critical to maintaining continuity under Montana state senate term limit protocols. Critics of current party platforms argue that the focus should remain on broader state fiscal policy rather than isolated local issues.
The winner of this election will directly influence local policy regarding city housing affordability and parental rights regulations. Residents should ensure their mailed ballots are completed and submitted in accordance with local election requirements before the deadline.
The takeaway
Voters in District 10 have the opportunity to select between two candidates with different professional backgrounds and core issue focuses. Reviewing the candidate platforms can help residents align their choices with their personal priorities for the city.
What happens next
The election will take place on November 3, 2026, when voters will finalize the seat selection.
Further reading
Learn more about local races at Elections.
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Should local candidates prioritize economic affordability over parental rights in their policy platforms?
