Troy Schaefer for Seward County Sheriff

Troy Schaefer for Seward County Sheriff Lifelong resident. Devoted husband, father & grandfather.

Committed to community safety, fiscal responsibility, and strong schools.
✅ Backing our deputies
✅ Building trust
✅ Putting faith, family & service first
Let’s move Seward County forward—together.

Good afternoon, Seward County Citizens! What a wild summer this was for me and my campaign! A lot of miles were walked b...
08/27/2026

Good afternoon, Seward County Citizens! What a wild summer this was for me and my campaign! A lot of miles were walked but I was truly honored to see, hear and feel so much support for my campaign for Seward County Sheriff! However, I need to give a big shout out to the ones that volunteered their free time to walk door to door with me. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your support, your free time and your friendship. Many memories were made and I am truly humbled. To the citizens that I’ve met and talked with, I thank you for giving me your time. Each of you is an important piece of the community I grew up in. To the villages and towns in Seward County, thank you for letting me be involved in your summer celebrations.
November 3rd is fast approaching and I’m asking you for your continued support. Help me finish this campaign strongly and get out and vote! Fill in the oval, and write in my name, TROY SCHAEFER, on the line for Seward County Sheriff.

Come see us at the Seward County Fair. We are located in the Ag Pavilion.
07/23/2026

Come see us at the Seward County Fair. We are located in the Ag Pavilion.

I want to thank everyone for their support today at the Seward parade. Have a happy 4th of July and be safe.
07/05/2026

I want to thank everyone for their support today at the Seward parade. Have a happy 4th of July and be safe.

I wanted to remind everyone today is the primary, please go vote and make your vote count. As a reminder the Sheriff’s e...
05/12/2026

I wanted to remind everyone today is the primary, please go vote and make your vote count. As a reminder the Sheriff’s election will not be on today’s ballot. The Sheriff election will be held in November during the general election. In November fill in the oval and write in Troy Schaefer for Seward county Sheriff. Thank you for your support.

04/13/2026

I have a request, please do not get on this page and make BOLD FACE LIES about me or anyone else who is interested in information about my campaign. Your first amendment rights are important to me, please feel free to use them, but nobody will be allowed to print lies. Thank you for your compliance. Fill in the oval and write Schaefer for Seward County Sheriff.

04/12/2026

Attention!! I have been made aware of a Facebook post wherein the author had questions or even stated a worry that they were being targeted or could be because of the content of their posts.
I understand that election years can often be tense and those that are in support of one candidate or another may exchange words that could be taken as threats. However, neither I nor anyone on my team will tolerate that behavior. Everyone must understand that we all have a right to free speech…even if that means it makes one uncomfortable or upset.
Another point I would like to make is that at no time will local Law Enforcement be “targeting” citizens over a Facebook post, unless it is violating state law. Neither Sheriff Vance, nor his command staff, myself as a Sgt included, sanction such behavior.
If you or anyone you know has been threatened by another citizen or a Law Enforcement Officer, please report it so that the matter can be dealt with accordingly.

04/05/2026

I would like to take a moment to discuss “the elephant in the room.”
It’s no secret that there has been animosity between current county leadership and the Sheriff’s Office. Being a Sgt., I’ve had a window into what that looks like from a law enforcement officer’s (and supervisory position) perspective. While I don’t pretend to know or understand all the details, I can tell you that it’s had a negative impact. It is my hope that if elected as your Sheriff, we, as county leaders, can work together to repair any damage so that we can grow stronger as a county and work for our citizens instead of against each other.
Being born and raised here, this is my home and you are all my neighbors. Regardless of any disagreements we have had, hardships that we have overcome, or if we haven’t even been introduced, I will always do what’s best. I will work with you, not against you and I would ask the same in return. We must respect the position each of us holds and recall what it is to communicate. With that said, please understand that I will have the Sheriff’s Office staff at the forefront of my decisions. They are the ones out there “where the rubber meets the pavement” and they deserve to be considered. They are no less important than the citizens of this amazing county.
Strong leadership builds confidence in the ranks, as well as the members of a community. When we work together to see to the needs of the community, when we respect each other as we navigate the needs of the community, we can become cohesive.
Come November 3rd, 2026, if you share in my vision of a cohesive unit amongst our county leaders, fill in the circle and write TROY SCHAEFER for Seward County Sheriff.

Please come out and join us.
03/30/2026

Please come out and join us.

03/25/2026

Good afternoon! After taking time to reflect on the new direction of my campaign for Seward County Sheriff, after my oversight resulted in my name being removed from the Primary ballot, I’m ready to hit the ground running. The only difference now is that this is a marathon, not a sprint.

I and those in my campaign are galvanized and ready to reach out and have open conversations with Seward County residents. This summer is going to be a busy one and I’m excited to keep the momentum going!

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported me and continues to do so. You have helped to keep me energized and motivated. I appreciate those of you that have reached out to others to spread the word about my convictions and the direction I want to go and what’s best for Seward County.

I’ve been a full-time Law Enforcement Officer for just over ten years. During that time, whether I’m in or out of uniform, the decisions I’ve made have had impact. I’ve strived to make sure that the impact is a positive one. If elected as the Seward County Sheriff, I will still have the same expectation of myself and my decisions, for myself and for those who would serve under me.

In short, I’ve got a lot of work to do! It’s an uphill battle and I’ve got my walking shoes on, ready to revisit some old friends and hopefully, make some new ones. There is a little over seven months until the general election, and I’ve got that much time to inform citizens of my vision as Sheriff, but I also have that much time to remind all of you to fill in the circle and write TROY SCHAEFER on that line for Seward County Sheriff.

03/13/2026

Today, it was brought to my attention that some people from around the county are blaming the County Clerk's Office for my being taken off the primary ballot. As I said in my last post, this was my mistake. That being said, the buck stops here. The county clerk was extremely polite and compassionate during this phone call. If everyone could hear her voice as I did, you would understand she had no choice but to make this call. Please, if anyone has any questions about this, get in touch with me. In the general election, write in vote Troy Schaefer for Seward County Sheriff.

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