Donald J. Valenza
Biography
Donald J. Valenza is the Republican candidate for Houston County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the county's November 3, 2026 general election sample ballot posted by the Alabama Secretary of State.
Houston County, Alabama
Houston County Sheriff
Houston County, Alabama
Houston County Sheriff
Valenza is on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Houston County election filings.
About this race
Donald J. Valenza (Republican) is the only candidate for Houston County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the county's November 3, 2026 general election sample ballot posted by the Alabama Secretary of State.
What this office does
Sheriff. The sheriff runs the county's law enforcement agency, operates the county jail, provides courthouse security and serves court papers such as warrants, subpoenas and evictions. In many counties the sheriff's office is the primary police force for areas outside city limits. The sheriff hires deputies and manages the office's budget within what the county board approves.
This race. Every voter in Houston County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.