LEAVENWORTH COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY
About Us
Mission Statement
Our mission is to support Republican candidates elected by the voters and to encourage capable citizens to seek local office. We strengthen the Republican Party in Leavenworth County by representing our constituents’ priorities, expanding party participation, and building a durable grassroots organization. Through training and accountability, we develop effective precinct leadership and prepare the next generation of Republicans for responsibility and leadership.
Chairman's Vision
The Leavenworth County Republican Party provides a principled, respectful venue where candidates and constituents can meet, exchange ideas, and engage on issues that affect our community. We are committed to open dialogue, informed debate, and civic participation grounded in mutual respect, integrity, and accountability.
Chance to Meet
Opportunities to meet and visit with Local, State and Federal Republican Elected Officials.
Get Connected
Our group is growing, and there’s always room for more voices.
Join us for lively discussions, shared meals, and informative topic presentations.
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ALL ARE WELCOME
ELECTION DAY WATCH PARTY!
Join us Tuesday, Aug. 4th, for the Leavenworth County Republican Party Election Day Watch Party. Gather with friends, candidates, volunteers, and supporters to watch the results come in!
📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
⏰ 6:30–9:00 p.m.
📍 Heritage Center
109 Delaware Street, Leavenworth
We’ll have a charcuterie table, snacks, and desserts. Hope to see you there!
be a part of the Leavenworth County fair parade!
The Leavenworth County Republican Party is excited to once again participate in the Leavenworth County Fair Parade on Tuesday, July 28, and we'd love to have you join us! Whether you can help decorate the float, ride along in the parade, or simply come out to support the effort, we'd be glad to have you as part of the team.
Parade Details
- Tuesday, July 28, 2026
- Parade Begins: 6:30 p.m.
- Lineup: 6:00 p.m.
- Volunteer Meet Time: 5:00 p.m.
- Meeting Location: Parking lot east of the Tonganoxie swimming pool, 201 South Main Street, Tonganoxie, KS.
Candidate Signs
Because space on the float is limited, we will only be displaying signs for currently declared candidates who are actively on the ballot. If you would like your campaign sign included on the float, please make arrangements to get it to the Float Committee before parade day.
If you're able to help decorate, ride on the float, or walk alongside us during the parade, we'd truly appreciate your help. The more volunteers we have, the better our float will look and the more fun we'll have together.
If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please contact:
Shelly Cannon
(913) 909-0276
We hope you'll join us on July 28 as we celebrate the Leavenworth County Fair and proudly represent the Leavenworth County Republican Party.
Can’t wait to see you there!
Volunteers are needed to help man our GOP Booth inside the Administration Building during Fair Week (July 28-August 1). If you would like to volunteer, please contact Mary Wood at: woodmarye1958@gmail.com or (913) 683-5039.
check out the comprehensive list of republican candidates
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This is a true listing as published by the Fran Keppler, Leavenworth County Clerk
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To look up your Sample Ballot and confirm your polling location go to: https://kansasvoterinfo.gov/VoterView
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VOTE YES TO ELECT OUR SUPREME COURT JUDGES! Members who would like to learn more may visit: https://americansforprosperity.org/takebackthebench/
2026 Primary & general Election Dates
2026 PRIMARY election
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Checkout the Leavenworth County Clerk's Office website for County Election times and locations!
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Checkout the Leavenworth County Clerk's Office website for County Election times and locations!
CHAIR
Gerard J. Overbey
Jerry is a lifelong Kansan from Topeka, a patriot, and conservative with 24 years of service to the Nation in the Army. Jerry has two deployments to Afghanistan and one to Iraq culminating his service at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.
He was inspired to serve his community watching the onslaught of attacks on our constitutional freedoms and liberties. Jerry is a pro-life and second amendment advocate. He is for educational reform and border security. Jerry and his wife Karen have five children together.
VICE CHAIR
Susan Stieben
Susan Stieben is the Vice Chair of the Leavenworth County Republican Party. She contributes to the organizational structure of the local party and helps support communication and participation within the broader Republican network and also participates in community‑focused GOP events.
Beyond her political involvement, Susan has a professional background in medical and clinical research and has worked with the Sarah Cannon Research Institute in the Kansas City region. She has additionally demonstrated a commitment to public service through her candidacy for an at‑large seat on the Tonganoxie Unified School District 464 school board in the 2023 and 2025 general election.
Her experience in healthcare, education issues, and local Republican engagement reflects her dedication to serving her community and supporting strong, principled leadership.
Secretary
Dani Redmon
Dani serves as the Secretary of the Leavenworth County Republican Party. She has been an active member of the Leavenworth community since 2021, earning recognition for her professionalism, leadership, and positive impact on those around her.
She honorably retired from the United States Army in 2023 after a 28‑year career marked by dedication, sacrifice, and a steadfast commitment to serving the Nation.
Her continued involvement in local initiatives reflects the same spirit of service she demonstrated throughout her military career; she remains a strong, valued presence in Leavenworth County and for the Republican Party.
Treasurer
Linda Scheer
Linda Scheer serves as the Leavenworth County Republican Party Treasurer. She has served Leavenworth County with distinction through her long tenure as County Clerk and later as Assistant County Clerk, earning a reputation for accuracy, transparency, and dependable public service.
Including more than three decades supporting operations within the Leavenworth County Clerk’s Office, Linda gives her time generously to community initiatives. She supports numerous local organizations through volunteerism, graciously sharing her skills and time in ways that reflect her commitment to strong, service‑minded community leadership.
A Message on Freedom
President Reagan
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. It is not ours by way of inheritance; it must be fought for and defended constantly by each generation, for it comes only once to a people. Those who have known freedom, and then lost it, have never known it again."