Ingham County Sample Ballot & Voter Guide 2026

Ingham County, Michigan

119 candidates are on the November 3, 2026 ballot across 46 Ingham County races, led by the Michigan Senate District 21 contest.

46 races on the November ballot · 119 candidates · Updated Oct 1, 2026
Candidate roster last updated Oct 1, 2026 from official election sources. Enter your ZIP code at theballotbrief.com to see your exact 2026 ballot.

County offices

Locke Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028)Mary Shinkle (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Mary Shinkle (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Locke Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028).

Mary Shinkle Republican

Mary Shinkle appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Locke Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Mary Shinkle.

Unopposed; one candidate for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Locke Township Treasurer (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028)Marcy Shepler (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Marcy Shepler (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Locke Township Treasurer (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028).

Marcy Shepler Republican

Marcy Shepler appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Locke Township Treasurer (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Marcy Shepler.

Unopposed; one candidate for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Meridian Township Treasurer (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028)Linda Burghardt (D)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Linda Burghardt (Democratic) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Meridian Township Treasurer (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028).

Linda Burghardt Democratic Incumbent

Linda Burghardt currently serves as Meridian Township Treasurer, per the township's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Unopposed; one candidate for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Vevay Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028)Tracy Ayres (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Tracy Ayres (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Vevay Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028).

Tracy Ayres Republican Incumbent

Tracy Ayres appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Vevay Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Unopposed; one candidate for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Wheatfield Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028)Michael K. Miller (R) · Alan Lawrenz (No Party Affiliation)

Michael K. Miller (Republican) and Alan Lawrenz (No Party Affiliation) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Wheatfield Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028).

Michael K. Miller Republican

Michael K. Miller appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Wheatfield Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Michael K. Miller.

Alan Lawrenz No Party Affiliation

Alan Lawrenz appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Wheatfield Township Clerk (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Alan Lawrenz.

Contested; two candidates for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Village of Dansville PresidentNonpartisan race · Ryan Bushard

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Ryan Bushard is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Dansville President.

Ryan Bushard Nonpartisan

Ryan Bushard appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Dansville President, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Ryan Bushard.

Nonpartisan; unopposed, one candidate for the 2-year term, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Village of Stockbridge PresidentNonpartisan race · Fred Cattell

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Fred Cattell is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Stockbridge President.

Fred Cattell Nonpartisan

Fred Cattell appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Stockbridge President, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Fred Cattell.

Nonpartisan; unopposed, one candidate for the 2-year term, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Village of Webberville PresidentNonpartisan race · Sam Schulte

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Sam Schulte is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Webberville President.

Sam Schulte Nonpartisan Incumbent

Sam Schulte currently serves as Village of Webberville President, having been elected to the post in 2024, per the village's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Nonpartisan; unopposed, one candidate for the 2-year term, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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School board

Dansville School BoardNonpartisan race · Erin Graf · Ross Hacker · Michael Kapp

Erin Graf, Ross Hacker and Michael Kapp are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Dansville School Board.

Erin Graf Nonpartisan

Erin Graf appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Dansville School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Erin Graf.

Ross Hacker Nonpartisan

Ross Hacker appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Dansville School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Ross Hacker.

Michael Kapp Nonpartisan

Michael Kapp appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Dansville School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Michael Kapp.

Nonpartisan; three candidates for three 6-year seats (unopposed), per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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East Lansing School BoardNonpartisan race · Tali Faris-Hylen · Delia Fernandez-Jones · Abbie Tykocki · Abigail Wright-Geddes

Tali Faris-Hylen, Delia Fernandez-Jones, Abbie Tykocki and Abigail Wright-Geddes are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for East Lansing School Board.

Tali Faris-Hylen Nonpartisan

Tali Faris-Hylen appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for East Lansing School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Tali Faris-Hylen.

Delia Fernandez-Jones Nonpartisan

Delia Fernandez-Jones appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for East Lansing School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Delia Fernandez-Jones.

Abbie Tykocki Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Strong fiscal stewardship
  • Strengthen intergovernmental relationships
  • Student mental health and safety

Per the campaign site.

About Abbie Tykocki

Abbie Tykocki is business manager for the Riverwalk Theatre in downtown Lansing and a graduate of Michigan State University and Columbia College, per her campaign site. She has served two years on the East Lansing Board of Education and has received advanced training in school governance and finance, per the same source.

Abigail Wright-Geddes Nonpartisan

Abigail Wright-Geddes is a certified write-in candidate for this seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Abigail Wright-Geddes.

Nonpartisan; three candidates on the printed ballot for four 4-year seats, plus a certified write-in candidate, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Haslett School BoardNonpartisan race · Greg Bird · Tracy Collins

Greg Bird and Tracy Collins are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Haslett School Board.

Greg Bird Nonpartisan Incumbent

Greg Bird has served as a Haslett Public Schools Board of Education trustee since 2021, per the district's official website, and brings nearly three decades of experience across public policy, legislative strategy, communications and economic development, per the same source. No campaign website was found as of September 8, 2026.

Tracy Collins Nonpartisan Incumbent

Tracy Collins currently serves as President of the Haslett Public Schools Board of Education, per the district's official website. She has been a teacher for 21 years and holds degrees from Michigan State University, per the same source. No campaign website was found as of September 8, 2026.

Nonpartisan; two candidates for two 6-year seats (unopposed), per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Holt School BoardNonpartisan race · Elizabeth Fleckenstein · Kenneth W. Horne Jr. · Mark Perry · Jennifer Robel

Elizabeth Fleckenstein, Kenneth W. Horne Jr., Mark Perry and Jennifer Robel are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Holt School Board.

Elizabeth Fleckenstein Nonpartisan

Elizabeth Fleckenstein appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Holt School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Elizabeth Fleckenstein.

Kenneth W. Horne Jr. Nonpartisan

Kenneth W. Horne Jr. appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Holt School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Kenneth W. Horne Jr.

Mark Perry Nonpartisan Incumbent

Mark Perry currently serves as Treasurer of the Holt Public Schools Board of Education, per the district's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Jennifer Robel Nonpartisan Incumbent

Jennifer Robel currently serves as Vice President of the Holt Public Schools Board of Education, per the district's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Nonpartisan; four candidates for three 6-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Holt School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030)Nonpartisan race · Matea Čaluk

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Matea Čaluk is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Holt School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030).

Matea Čaluk Nonpartisan

Matea Čaluk currently serves as a trustee on the Holt Public Schools Board of Education, per the district's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Nonpartisan; unopposed, one candidate for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Lansing School BoardNonpartisan race · Caitlin Cornell · Heidi Frei · Ramiro Garcia · Aurora Lemieux-McKissic · Ryan Smith

Caitlin Cornell, Heidi Frei, Ramiro Garcia, Aurora Lemieux-McKissic and Ryan Smith are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lansing School Board.

Caitlin Cornell Nonpartisan

Caitlin Cornell appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lansing School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Caitlin Cornell.

Heidi Frei Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Increase teacher support so students can reach their potential
  • Expand trades and STEM education pathways
  • Expand access to coaches, arts and activities

Per the campaign site.

About Heidi Frei

Heidi Frei is a candidate for Lansing School Board, per her campaign site. Her campaign describes preparing Lansing students for what comes next, per the same source.

Ramiro Garcia Nonpartisan

Ramiro Garcia appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lansing School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Ramiro Garcia.

Aurora Lemieux-McKissic Nonpartisan Incumbent

Aurora Lemieux-McKissic currently serves as a trustee on the Lansing School District Board of Education, per the district's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Ryan Smith Nonpartisan

Ryan Smith appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lansing School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Ryan Smith.

Nonpartisan; five candidates for three 6-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Lansing School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028)Nonpartisan race · Nino Rodriguez

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Nino Rodriguez is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lansing School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028).

Nino Rodriguez Nonpartisan Incumbent

Nino Rodriguez currently serves as a trustee on the Lansing School District Board of Education, per the district's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Nonpartisan; unopposed, one candidate for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Lansing School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030)Nonpartisan race · Guillermo Z. Lopez · Kyle Richard · Jody Washington

Guillermo Z. Lopez, Kyle Richard and Jody Washington are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lansing School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030).

Guillermo Z. Lopez Nonpartisan Incumbent

Guillermo Z. Lopez currently serves as President of the Lansing School District Board of Education, per the district's official website. Guillermo Z. Lopez appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lansing School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026. Lopez.

Kyle Richard Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Support permanently affordable housing for district families and staff
  • Record and livestream board meetings for public access
  • Strengthen teacher retention programs

Per the campaign site.

About Kyle Richard

Kyle Richard previously worked as a teacher in the Lansing School District until 2018, per his campaign site. He ran for Lansing School Board in 2024 and has continued community outreach in the district since, per the same source.

Jody Washington Nonpartisan

Jody Washington appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lansing School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Jody Washington.

Nonpartisan; three candidates for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Leslie School BoardNonpartisan race · Dominic Ambroggio · Mary Louise Crowl · Deann Maynard · Elisabeth K. Yeider

Dominic Ambroggio, Mary Louise Crowl, Deann Maynard and Elisabeth K. Yeider are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie School Board.

Dominic Ambroggio Nonpartisan

Dominic Ambroggio appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Dominic Ambroggio.

Mary Louise Crowl Nonpartisan

Mary Louise Crowl appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Mary Louise Crowl.

Deann Maynard Nonpartisan

Deann Maynard appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Deann Maynard.

Elisabeth K. Yeider Nonpartisan

Elisabeth K. Yeider appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Elisabeth K. Yeider.

Nonpartisan; four candidates for three 4-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Mason School BoardNonpartisan race · Delinda Benson · Steve Duane · Jeff Hall · Kyle Wright

Delinda Benson, Steve Duane, Jeff Hall and Kyle Wright are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason School Board.

Delinda Benson Nonpartisan

Delinda Benson appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Delinda Benson.

Steve Duane Nonpartisan Incumbent

Top priorities
  • Continue the district's five-year strategic plan with a focus on culture, belonging and student supports, and revisit that planning process with community involvement.

Per VOTE411 questionnaire.

About Steve Duane

Steve Duane is the Vice President of the Mason Public Schools Board of Education and has served on the board for most of the last decade, per Mason Public Schools and his VOTE411 questionnaire response. He is the Director of Electrical Engineering at Dart Container and holds degrees from Michigan State University and Penn State University. No campaign website was found as of September 27, 2026.

Jeff Hall Nonpartisan

Jeff Hall appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Jeff Hall.

Kyle Wright Nonpartisan

Kyle Wright appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Kyle Wright.

Nonpartisan; four candidates for two 6-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Okemos School BoardNonpartisan race · Tom Buffett · Corinne Dyksen · Jon Sheets

Tom Buffett, Corinne Dyksen and Jon Sheets are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Okemos School Board.

Tom Buffett Nonpartisan Incumbent

Buffett is President of the Okemos Board of Education and describes himself as a parent, community volunteer and lifelong educator, per his September 2025 letter to state legislators posted with House committee testimony and the Lansing State Journal's reference to him as Board President. No campaign website was found as of September 29, 2026.

Corinne Dyksen Nonpartisan

Dyksen was one of the Cornell Elementary representatives at the Okemos district's Parent Council, per the council's February 24, 2025 minutes on the district site. No campaign website was found as of September 29, 2026.

Jon Sheets Nonpartisan

Jon Sheets appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Okemos School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Jon Sheets.

Nonpartisan; three candidates for three 4-year seats (unopposed), per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Stockbridge School BoardNonpartisan race · Jimmy Chapman · Keven Numinen · Justin J. Richardson

Jimmy Chapman, Keven Numinen and Justin J. Richardson are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Stockbridge School Board.

Jimmy Chapman Nonpartisan

Jimmy Chapman appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Stockbridge School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Jimmy Chapman.

Keven Numinen Nonpartisan

Keven Numinen appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Stockbridge School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Keven Numinen.

Justin J. Richardson Nonpartisan

Justin J. Richardson appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Stockbridge School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Justin J. Richardson.

Nonpartisan; three candidates for three 6-year seats (unopposed), per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Webberville School BoardNonpartisan race · Linda Erwin · Thomas Glover · Kelly M. Lott · Heather N. Musolf · Sabrina Schneider · Joshua Storey

Linda Erwin, Thomas Glover, Kelly M. Lott, Heather N. Musolf, Sabrina Schneider and Joshua Storey are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board.

Linda Erwin Nonpartisan

Linda Erwin appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Linda Erwin.

Thomas Glover Nonpartisan

Thomas Glover appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Thomas Glover.

Kelly M. Lott Nonpartisan

Kelly M. Lott appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Kelly M. Lott.

Heather N. Musolf Nonpartisan

Heather N. Musolf appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Heather N. Musolf.

Sabrina Schneider Nonpartisan

Sabrina Schneider appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Sabrina Schneider.

Joshua Storey Nonpartisan

Joshua Storey appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Joshua Storey.

Nonpartisan; six candidates for three 4-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Webberville School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028)Nonpartisan race · Cassandra Bosworth · Madeline Derian · Teresa Michalski

Cassandra Bosworth, Madeline Derian and Teresa Michalski are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028).

Cassandra Bosworth Nonpartisan

Cassandra Bosworth appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Cassandra Bosworth.

Madeline Derian Nonpartisan

Madeline Derian appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Madeline Derian.

Teresa Michalski Nonpartisan

Teresa Michalski appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Webberville School Board (Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Teresa Michalski.

Nonpartisan; three candidates for two seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Williamston School BoardNonpartisan race · Jennifer Barnstable · David Indish · Steven J. Panganis · Christopher B. Stokdyk

Jennifer Barnstable, David Indish, Steven J. Panganis and Christopher B. Stokdyk are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston School Board.

Jennifer Barnstable Nonpartisan

Jennifer Barnstable appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Jennifer Barnstable.

David Indish Nonpartisan

David Indish appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for David Indish.

Steven J. Panganis Nonpartisan

Steven J. Panganis appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Steven J. Panganis.

Christopher B. Stokdyk Nonpartisan

Christopher B. Stokdyk appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Christopher B. Stokdyk.

Nonpartisan; four candidates for three 6-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Waverly School BoardNonpartisan race · Michiko D. Alvarenga · Tabitha Garza · Janell A Hall · Ty Liggons · Debbie Lopez · Sunshine Morgan-McIntyre Sr · Natasha Ortega · Vince Perkins

Michiko D. Alvarenga, Tabitha Garza, Janell A Hall, Ty Liggons, Debbie Lopez, Sunshine Morgan-McIntyre Sr, Natasha Ortega and Vince Perkins are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Waverly School Board.

Michiko D. Alvarenga Nonpartisan

Michiko D. Alvarenga appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Waverly School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Michiko D. Alvarenga.

Tabitha Garza Nonpartisan

Tabitha Garza appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Waverly School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Tabitha Garza.

Janell A Hall Nonpartisan

Janell A Hall appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Waverly School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Janell A Hall.

Ty Liggons Nonpartisan

Ty Liggons appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Waverly School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Ty Liggons.

Debbie Lopez Nonpartisan

Debbie Lopez appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Waverly School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Debbie Lopez.

Sunshine Morgan-McIntyre Sr Nonpartisan

Sunshine Morgan-McIntyre Sr appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Waverly School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Sunshine Morgan-McIntyre Sr.

Natasha Ortega Nonpartisan

Natasha Ortega appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Waverly School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Natasha Ortega.

Vince Perkins Nonpartisan

Vince Perkins appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Waverly School Board, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Vince Perkins.

Nonpartisan; eight candidates for four 4-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This district files with a different county but serves west Lansing residents in Ingham County. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Judges

Judge of Probate Court, Ingham County, Incumbent PositionNonpartisan race · Richard J. Garcia

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Richard J. Garcia is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Judge of Probate Court, Ingham County, Incumbent Position.

Richard J. Garcia Nonpartisan

Richard J. Garcia appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Judge of Probate Court, Ingham County, Incumbent Position, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Richard J. Garcia.

Nonpartisan; one candidate for one incumbent seat on the November 3 ballot, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list.

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Cities and towns

Delhi Charter Township Trustee (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028)Wendi King (D)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Wendi King (Democratic) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Delhi Charter Township Trustee (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028).

Wendi King Democratic

Wendi King appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Delhi Charter Township Trustee (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Wendi King.

Unopposed; one candidate for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Wheatfield Township Supervisor (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028)Troy W. Leonard (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Troy W. Leonard (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Wheatfield Township Supervisor (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028).

Troy W. Leonard Republican

Troy W. Leonard appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Wheatfield Township Supervisor (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Troy W. Leonard.

Unopposed; one candidate for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Mason City CouncilNonpartisan race · Leon R. Clark · Jon Droscha · Kelly Hannon · Rex Hauser · Robin Case Naeyaert · Jerry Schaffer · Shawn Sodman · Mike Waltz

Leon R. Clark, Jon Droscha, Kelly Hannon, Rex Hauser, Robin Case Naeyaert, Jerry Schaffer, Shawn Sodman and Mike Waltz are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council.

Leon R. Clark Nonpartisan

Leon R. Clark appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Leon R. Clark.

Jon Droscha Nonpartisan

Jon Droscha appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Jon Droscha.

Kelly Hannon Nonpartisan

Kelly Hannon appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Kelly Hannon.

Rex Hauser Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Good governance, representation and respect
  • Careful review of data center development and its effect on water and land
  • Improved community engagement in council meetings

Per the campaign site.

About Rex Hauser

Rex Hauser is a teacher with expertise in Hispanic history, language and issues, per his campaign site. He has served as president and vice president of the Mason Area Historical Society, helped establish the local museum, and served as president of the Optimist Club, per the same source. He has also coached youth soccer and volunteered with Mason Community Services' Friends program for special needs youth.

Robin Case Naeyaert Nonpartisan

Robin Case Naeyaert appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Robin Case Naeyaert.

Jerry Schaffer Nonpartisan

Jerry Schaffer appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Jerry Schaffer.

Shawn Sodman Nonpartisan

Shawn Sodman appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Shawn Sodman.

Mike Waltz Nonpartisan

Mike Waltz appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Mike Waltz.

Nonpartisan; eight candidates for four 4-year seats (the fourth-highest vote-getter fills a partial term ending 12/31/2028), per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Mason City Council (Recall Replacement, Term Ending 12/01/2028)Nonpartisan race · Elaine Ferris · Daniel Giganti · Pamela J. Oliver

Elaine Ferris, Daniel Giganti and Pamela J. Oliver are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council (Recall Replacement, Term Ending 12/01/2028).

Elaine Ferris Nonpartisan

Elaine Ferris appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council (Recall Replacement, Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Elaine Ferris.

Daniel Giganti Nonpartisan

Daniel Giganti appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council (Recall Replacement, Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Daniel Giganti.

Pamela J. Oliver Nonpartisan

Pamela J. Oliver appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mason City Council (Recall Replacement, Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Pamela J. Oliver.

A recall election for a Mason City Council seat; three candidates for the one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Leslie City MayorNonpartisan race · Matt Johnson

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Matt Johnson is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie City Mayor.

Matt Johnson Nonpartisan

Matt Johnson appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie City Mayor, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Matt Johnson.

Nonpartisan; unopposed, one candidate for the 4-year term, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Leslie City CouncilNonpartisan race · Pamela L. Beegle · Grady C. Doane · Melissa M. Hanson Eggleston · John Curtis Markcum

Pamela L. Beegle, Grady C. Doane, Melissa M. Hanson Eggleston and John Curtis Markcum are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie City Council.

Pamela L. Beegle Nonpartisan

Pamela L. Beegle appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Pamela L. Beegle.

Grady C. Doane Nonpartisan

Grady C. Doane appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Grady C. Doane.

Melissa M. Hanson Eggleston Nonpartisan

Melissa M. Hanson Eggleston appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Melissa M. Hanson Eggleston.

John Curtis Markcum Nonpartisan

John Curtis Markcum appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Leslie City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for John Curtis Markcum.

Nonpartisan; four candidates for three 4-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Williamston City CouncilNonpartisan race · Spencer J. Good · Tim Ludwig · Buzz Sodeman · Scott D. VanAllsburg

Spencer J. Good, Tim Ludwig, Buzz Sodeman and Scott D. VanAllsburg are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston City Council.

Spencer J. Good Nonpartisan

Spencer J. Good appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Spencer J. Good.

Tim Ludwig Nonpartisan

Tim Ludwig appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Tim Ludwig.

Buzz Sodeman Nonpartisan

Buzz Sodeman appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Buzz Sodeman.

Scott D. VanAllsburg Nonpartisan

Scott D. VanAllsburg appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Williamston City Council, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Scott D. VanAllsburg.

Nonpartisan; four seats (three 4-year terms and one 2-year term going to the lowest vote-getter). Terry Hansen was disqualified July 15, 2026 and does not appear on the ballot, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list; four candidates remain for four seats. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Village of Dansville Trustee (4-Year Term)Nonpartisan race · Erica Korpi

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Erica Korpi is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Dansville Trustee (4-Year Term).

Erica Korpi Nonpartisan

Erica Korpi appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Dansville Trustee (4-Year Term), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Erica Korpi.

Nonpartisan; one candidate filed for two 4-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Village of Dansville Trustee (2-Year Term)Nonpartisan race · Jill Bell · Adam Fritz · John E. Parsons · Kellie Stolz

Jill Bell, Adam Fritz, John E. Parsons and Kellie Stolz are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Dansville Trustee (2-Year Term).

Jill Bell Nonpartisan

Jill Bell appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Dansville Trustee (2-Year Term), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Jill Bell.

Adam Fritz Nonpartisan

Adam Fritz appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Dansville Trustee (2-Year Term), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Adam Fritz.

John E. Parsons Nonpartisan

John E. Parsons appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Dansville Trustee (2-Year Term), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for John E. Parsons.

Kellie Stolz Nonpartisan

Kellie Stolz appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Dansville Trustee (2-Year Term), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Kellie Stolz.

Nonpartisan; four candidates for four 2-year seats (unopposed), per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Village of Stockbridge Trustee (4-Year Term)Nonpartisan race · Logan Connolly · Meredith McManaman · Phillip Sullivan

Logan Connolly, Meredith McManaman and Phillip Sullivan are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Stockbridge Trustee (4-Year Term).

Logan Connolly Nonpartisan

Logan Connolly appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Stockbridge Trustee (4-Year Term), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Logan Connolly.

Meredith McManaman Nonpartisan

Meredith McManaman appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Stockbridge Trustee (4-Year Term), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Meredith McManaman.

Phillip Sullivan Nonpartisan

Phillip Sullivan is a certified write-in candidate for this seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Phillip Sullivan.

Nonpartisan; two candidates on the printed ballot for three seats, plus a certified write-in candidate, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Village of Stockbridge Trustee (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028)Nonpartisan race · Tom Ford · Kelsey Patrice Rasmussen

Tom Ford and Kelsey Patrice Rasmussen are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Stockbridge Trustee (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028).

Tom Ford Nonpartisan

Tom Ford appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Stockbridge Trustee (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Tom Ford.

Kelsey Patrice Rasmussen Nonpartisan

Kelsey Patrice Rasmussen appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Stockbridge Trustee (Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028), per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Kelsey Patrice Rasmussen.

Nonpartisan; two candidates for two seats (unopposed), per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Village of Webberville Trustee (2-Year Term)Nonpartisan race · Sandra Schoenborn

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Sandra Schoenborn is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Webberville Trustee (2-Year Term).

Sandra Schoenborn Nonpartisan Incumbent

Sandra Schoenborn currently serves as a Village of Webberville trustee, per the village's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Nonpartisan; one candidate filed for two seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Village of Webberville Trustee (4-Year Term)Nonpartisan race · Lana Stanfield

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Lana Stanfield is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Village of Webberville Trustee (4-Year Term).

Lana Stanfield Nonpartisan Incumbent

Lana Stanfield currently serves as a Village of Webberville trustee and President Pro Tem, per the village's official website. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Nonpartisan; unopposed, one candidate for one seat, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Districts and boards

Lansing Community College TrusteeNonpartisan race · Hope M. Lovell · Dominica Palacio · LaShunda Thomas

Hope M. Lovell, Dominica Palacio and LaShunda Thomas are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lansing Community College Trustee.

Hope M. Lovell Nonpartisan Incumbent

Top priorities
  • Expanding student financial assistance, including the Michigan Community College Guarantee
  • Supporting mentorship, academic alerts and transfer pathways to universities
  • Growing skilled trades programs such as the Utility and Line Worker Program

Per the campaign site.

About Hope M. Lovell

Lovell is a corporate chief strategy officer and licensed investment advisor at Alexander Legacy Private Wealth Management who previously served as executive director of LoveJoy Community Services and worked in investment banking at JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America, per the campaign site. A Michigan State University finance graduate with a master's in public health from the University of Michigan, Lovell is running for Lansing Community College Trustee, per the campaign site.

Dominica Palacio Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Industry-aligned training: evolve the curriculum with the local job market so students get the skills employers need
  • Career development and mentorship programs so graduates are future-ready
  • Affordable tuition and fiscal responsibility

Per the campaign site.

About Dominica Palacio

Palacio is a human resources executive with more than 30 years of HR and business experience, including at Ionetix and Dart Container, where she has worked on career development, per her campaign site. She is Vice President of Administration at Ionetix in Lansing, per the company's leadership page, and lives in Haslett per her campaign committee's filing address.

LaShunda Thomas Nonpartisan Incumbent

LaShunda Thomas is a native of Lansing who works as a social worker and owns Empowerment Therapy Services LLC, a counseling practice, per the LCC Board of Trustees page. She holds a bachelor's degree in public administration from Central Michigan University and a master's degree in social work from Spring Arbor University, per the same source. She was elected to the LCC Board of Trustees in 2020 and currently serves as board secretary, per the LCC Board of Trustees page. No campaign website was found as of September 29, 2026.

Nonpartisan; three candidates for two 6-year seats, per the Ingham County Clerk's official candidate list. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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By address

These seats are elected by district; only the district covering your address is on your ballot.

Ingham County is split across 7 Michigan Senate and House districts.

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Michigan Senate: 3 districtsDistricts 21, 22, 28
Michigan Senate District 21Sarah Anthony (D) · Patrick O'Connell (R)

Sarah Anthony (Democratic) and Patrick O'Connell (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan Senate District 21.

Sarah Anthony Democratic Incumbent

Top priorities
  • Lower the cost of prescription drugs and expand mental health services
  • Support good paying jobs, union wages and earned paid sick leave
  • Address the region's housing crisis

Per the campaign site.

About Sarah Anthony

Anthony is the first Black woman to serve as both state representative and state senator in Mid-Michigan's history, per the campaign site. She has worked as an advocate, organizer and policy expert focused on community improvement, per the campaign site. She represents Michigan's 21st Senate District, per the campaign site.

Patrick O'Connell Republican

Patrick O'Connell appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan Senate District 21, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Patrick O'Connell.

Both nominees ran unopposed in their August 4 primaries (Anthony 100 percent Democratic, Burns 100 percent Republican), per the Michigan Secretary of State's official results. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Michigan Senate District 22Robert Hower (D) · Mike Murphy (R)

Robert Hower (Democratic) and Mike Murphy (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan Senate District 22.

Robert Hower Democratic

Top priorities
  • Strengthening public schools and expanding access to trade internships, community colleges and four-year degree pathways
  • Expanding access to health care, including mental health care

Per the WHMI.

About Robert Hower

Robert Hower is a Green Oak Township resident who teaches electrical engineering at Wayne State University and works as a research engineer at the University of Michigan, per WHMI. He owns Numed Technologies LLC, which develops biomedical sensing devices, and holds a bachelor's, master's and doctorate from the University of Michigan.

Mike Murphy Republican

Top priorities
  • Public safety and support for crime victims
  • Constituent accessibility and bipartisan collaboration

Per the campaign site.

About Mike Murphy

Murphy has served as Livingston County Sheriff since 2016, leading the county's corrections and field services divisions, per the campaign site. Under his leadership the Field Services division became the first sheriff's office in Michigan accredited by the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission, and he established opioid treatment programs and K9 jail-security units, per the campaign site.

Open seat: term-limited Republican Sen. Lana Theis is not seeking re-election. Both nominees ran unopposed in their August 4 primaries (Hower 100 percent Democratic, Murphy 100 percent Republican), per the Michigan Secretary of State's official results. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Michigan Senate District 28Rashida Harrison (D) · Julie L. DeRose (R)

Rashida Harrison Democratic

Top priorities
  • Keep money out of politics so representatives vote constituent, not corporate, interests
  • Build a working economy for working people amid rising housing, childcare and food costs
  • Protect Michigan families and secure a better future for children

Per the campaign site.

About Rashida Harrison

Rashida Harrison is a professor who holds a Ph.D. in African American and African Studies and has taught Social Relations and Policy at Michigan State University's James Madison College for over a decade, per the Argus-Press. She has lived and worked in the 28th district for more than 23 years and runs an equity consulting practice with nonprofits across the state, per her campaign site.

Julie L. DeRose Republican

Top priorities
  • Support small business growth and expand vocational and job-readiness training
  • Ensure taxpayer dollars are managed with transparency and responsible budgeting
  • Build a safe, healthy and thriving community for all residents

Per the campaign site.

About Julie L. DeRose

Julie DeRose is a small business owner and adult education director with a Master's in Public Administration, per her campaign site. She has a professional background in state government, criminal justice, education, real estate and insurance, and has lived in DeWitt for more than 25 years, per her campaign site. Julie L. DeRose appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan Senate District 28, per the county clerk's certified candidate list.

Open seat: incumbent Sam Singh announced March 2, 2026 that he would not seek re-election. Rashida Harrison won a four-way August 4 Democratic primary with 41.76 percent over Mark Polsdofer, Robert Orlando Pena and Ted Kilvington; Julie L. DeRose ran unopposed for the Republican nomination, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official results. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Michigan House: 4 districtsDistricts 73, 74, 75, 77
Michigan House District 73Julie Brixie (D) · Joshua Jon Rockey (R)

Julie Brixie Democratic

Julie Brixie is the incumbent state representative for Michigan's 73rd District, first elected in 2018, per michiganvotes.org's legislator roster.

Joshua Jon Rockey Republican

Top priorities
  • Fiscally responsible, budget-minded governance
  • Representing all of the 73rd District and ensuring constituents' voices are heard

Per the campaign site.

About Joshua Jon Rockey

Joshua Jon Rockey is a small business owner with more than 25 years of experience and has chaired the Webberville Downtown Development Authority for over 14 years, per the campaign site. He is running for Michigan House District 73 and has lived in many parts of the district, per the campaign site.

Julie Brixie ran unopposed for the Democratic nomination. Joshua Jon Rockey won a three-way August 4 Republican primary with 39.69 percent over Daniel L. Ewart and Norm Grant, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official results. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Michigan House District 74Harold A. Pope (D) · Clinton Tarver (R)

Harold A. Pope Democratic

Top priorities
  • Expand opportunity and strengthen families
  • Support organized labor and workers' rights

Per the campaign site.

About Harold A. Pope

Harold Pope is a former U.S. Army First Lieutenant in the Signal Corps who served over a decade and previously worked at Ford Motor Company, per his campaign site. He founded the mentoring nonprofit Guardians of Our Future and led the NAACP Lansing Branch as president, per his campaign site. Harold A. Pope appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan House District 74, per the county clerk's certified candidate list.

Clinton Tarver Republican

Clinton Tarver appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan House District 74, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026; the official roster and election filing is the only verifiable source for Clinton Tarver.

Open seat: incumbent Kara Hope announced in January 2026 that she would not seek re-election. Harold A. Pope won a three-way August 4 Democratic primary with 46.61 percent over TyJuan Thirdgill and Aaron Iturralde; Clinton Tarver ran unopposed for the Republican nomination, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official results. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Michigan House District 75Penelope Tsernoglou (D) · Frank Lambert (R)

Penelope Tsernoglou (Democratic) and Frank Lambert (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan House District 75.

Penelope Tsernoglou Democratic Incumbent

Top priorities
  • Address PFAS contamination through disclosure and phase-out requirements
  • Expand domestic violence support and healthcare access

Per the East Lansing Info questionnaire.

About Penelope Tsernoglou

Penelope Tsernoglou is the incumbent state representative for Michigan's 75th District, first elected in 2022, per michiganvotes.org's legislator roster.

Frank Lambert Republican

Top priorities
  • Reduce spending on unnecessary government projects
  • Redesign K-12 education around practical skills and trades

Per the East Lansing Info interview.

About Frank Lambert

Frank Lambert of Haslett has worked on the assembly line at General Motors' Lansing Delta Township plant for 22 years, specializing in quality control, per East Lansing Info. He describes himself as a moderate Republican, per the same interview. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Both nominees ran unopposed in their August 4 primaries, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official results. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Michigan House District 77Emily Dievendorf (D) · Sally Jo Nelton (R)

Emily Dievendorf (Democratic) and Sally Jo Nelton (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan House District 77.

Emily Dievendorf Democratic

Top priorities
  • Criminal justice reform and LGBTQIA+ equality
  • Affordable and accessible housing
  • Reducing homelessness and poverty as chair of the Bicameral Legislative Poverty and Homelessness Caucus

Per the campaign site.

About Emily Dievendorf

Emily Dievendorf is the incumbent state representative for Michigan's 77th District and a 29-year Lansing resident, per their campaign site. They previously served as executive director of Equality Michigan and president of the Lansing Association of Human Rights.

Sally Jo Nelton Republican

Sally Jo Nelton appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Michigan House District 77, per the county clerk's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 4, 2026.

Both nominees ran unopposed in their August 4 primaries, per the Michigan Secretary of State's official results. This contest is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

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Candidate roster last updated Oct 1, 2026 from official election sources.