Summary
With 98 days to the general election, the Board of Elections voted to add a polling location for early voting and Election Day, pending state approval — reflecting heavy turnout interest after the May primary.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Voters get shorter lines and closer polling options in November.
Voters who wait until the last day may not receive mail ballots in time.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Fiscal Court - Oct 13, 2026
The county expects high turnout. Mail-in absentee requests are due October 20, in-person excused absentee voting starts October 21, and polls close in three weeks.
Fiscal Court - Sep 22, 2026
Clerk Brian Smith says the voter registration deadline is October 5, the absentee mail-in portal is open with over 500 ballots already sent, and secure drop boxes at either clerk's office are the recommended way to return them.
Fiscal Court - Aug 11, 2026
County Clerk Brian Smith reminded everyone there are 84 days until the November 3 election, with all voter services available at GoVote.KY.gov.
Fiscal Court - Jul 28, 2026
With 98 days to the general election, the Board of Elections voted to add a polling location for early voting and Election Day, pending state approval — reflecting heavy turnout interest after the May primary.
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