Johnson County Sample Ballot & Voter Guide 2026

Johnson County, Texas

49 candidates are on the November 3, 2026 ballot across 30 Johnson County races, led by the Texas House District 58 contest.

30 races on the November ballot · 49 candidates
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County offices

Commissioner Precinct 4Larry Woolley (R) · Jake Petty (R)

Larry Woolley (Republican) and Jake Petty (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Johnson County Commissioner Precinct 4.

Larry Woolley Republican

Top priorities
  • Larry Woolley, a Republican, has served as Johnson County District Clerk and is a candidate for re-election as Johnson County Commissioner Precinct 4
  • He is involved with the Hill College EMS Advisory Board, Joshua YMCA Board, and Chisholm Trail 100 Board
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates

Per the campaign site.

About Larry Woolley

Larry Woolley, a Republican, has served as Johnson County District Clerk and is a candidate for re-election as Johnson County Commissioner Precinct 4. He is involved with the Hill College EMS Advisory Board, Joshua YMCA Board, and Chisholm Trail 100 Board. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Jake Petty Republican

About Jake Petty

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

District ClerkWill Keeton (R) · Connie Russek (R)

Will Keeton (Republican) and Connie Russek (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Johnson County District Clerk.

Will Keeton Republican

About Will Keeton

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Connie Russek Republican

Top priorities
  • Connie Russek is a Republican Party candidate running for election as Johnson County
  • Connie Russek is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Connie Russek

Connie Russek is a Republican Party candidate running for election as Johnson County. Connie Russek is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Justice of the Peace Precinct 2Randy Clark (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Randy Clark (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Johnson County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2.

Randy Clark Republican

Top priorities
  • Randy Clark is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates

Per the campaign site.

About Randy Clark

Information regarding Randy Clark's professional background, education, and experience for. Randy Clark is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

JudgeDusty Ford (R) · Julie Hammond (R) · Andrew Applebury (R)

Dusty Ford (Republican), Julie Hammond (Republican) and Andrew Applebury (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Johnson County Judge.

Dusty Ford Republican

Top priorities
  • Dusty Ford is listed in Ballot Brief election research
  • Dusty Ford is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Dusty Ford

Dusty Ford is listed in Ballot Brief election research. Dusty Ford is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Julie Hammond Republican

Top priorities
  • Julie Hammond is listed in Ballot Brief election research
  • Julie Hammond is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Julie Hammond

Julie Hammond is listed in Ballot Brief election research. Julie Hammond is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Andrew Applebury Republican

Top priorities
  • Andrew Applebury is a Republican candidate for Johnson County Justice of the Peace
  • Andrew Applebury is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Andrew Applebury

Andrew Applebury is a Republican candidate for Johnson County Justice of the Peace. Andrew Applebury is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 - District 1Jeff Monk (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Jeff Monk (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Johnson County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 - District 1.

Jeff Monk Republican

Top priorities
  • Jeff Monk is a Republican Party candidate running for re-election for Johnson County Justice
  • Jeff Monk is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Jeff Monk

Jeff Monk is a Republican Party candidate running for re-election for Johnson County Justice. Jeff Monk is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

School board

Godley Independent School District school board Place 6Nonpartisan race · Jake Houston · Aaron Petty

Jake Houston and Aaron Petty are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Godley Independent School District school board Place 6.

Jake Houston Nonpartisan

About Jake Houston

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Aaron Petty Nonpartisan

About Aaron Petty

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Mansfield Independent School District, Place 7Nonpartisan race · Courtney Lackey Wilson · Michele Gooch

Courtney Lackey Wilson and Michele Gooch are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mansfield Independent School District, Place 7.

Courtney Lackey Wilson Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Courtney Lackey Wilson is an elected member of the Mansfield Independent School District in Texas, representing Place 7
  • She assumed office on May 24, 2022, and her current term concludes in 2026
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Courtney Lackey Wilson

Courtney Lackey Wilson is an elected member of the Mansfield Independent School District in Texas, representing Place 7. She assumed office on May 24, 2022, and her current term concludes in 2026. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Michele Gooch Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Michele Gooch is listed in Ballot Brief election research
  • Michele Gooch is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Michele Gooch

Michele Gooch is listed in Ballot Brief election research. Michele Gooch is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Crowley Independent School District, Place 3 (Special)Nonpartisan race · Jacqueline Upshaw · Michael Laszek · Daryl Davis II

Jacqueline Upshaw, Michael Laszek and Daryl Davis II are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Crowley Independent School District, Place 3 (Special).

Jacqueline Upshaw Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Provide a 150-300 character biography summarizing the
  • Jacqueline Upshaw is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Jacqueline Upshaw

Provide a 150-300 character biography summarizing the. Jacqueline Upshaw is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Michael Laszek Nonpartisan

About Michael Laszek

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Daryl Davis II Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Daryl Davis II was a member of the Crowley Independent School District in Texas,
  • Daryl Davis II is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Daryl Davis II

Daryl Davis II was a member of the Crowley Independent School District in Texas,. Daryl Davis II is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Venus Independent School District, Place 6 - District 1Nonpartisan race · Greg Hoffman

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Greg Hoffman is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Venus Independent School District, Place 6 - District 1.

Greg Hoffman Nonpartisan

About Greg Hoffman

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Venus Independent School District, Place 6Nonpartisan race · John Escarzaga

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

John Escarzaga is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Venus Independent School District, Place 6.

John Escarzaga Nonpartisan

About John Escarzaga

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Godley Independent School District school board Place 7Nonpartisan race · Kayla Lain · Marissa Smith

Kayla Lain and Marissa Smith are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Godley Independent School District school board Place 7.

Kayla Lain Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Biography not available based on the provided research text
  • Kayla Lain is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Kayla Lain

Biography not available based on the provided research text. Kayla Lain is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Marissa Smith Nonpartisan

About Marissa Smith

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Judges

Judge - District 1Gilberto Gallardo (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Gilberto Gallardo (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Johnson County Judge - District 1.

Gilberto Gallardo Republican

Top priorities
  • Gilberto Gallardo is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Gilberto Gallardo

Information regarding Gilberto Gallardo's professional background, education, and experience is not available from the provided research text. Gilberto Gallardo is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Cities and towns

Cleburne City Council District 4 - District 1Nonpartisan race · Francisco Aguero

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Francisco Aguero is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Cleburne City Council District 4 - District 1.

Francisco Aguero Nonpartisan

About Francisco Aguero

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Cleburne City Council District 4Nonpartisan race · Diana Grimes Weaver · Jared Rockhold

Diana Grimes Weaver and Jared Rockhold are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Cleburne City Council District 4.

Diana Grimes Weaver Nonpartisan

About Diana Grimes Weaver

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Jared Rockhold Nonpartisan

About Jared Rockhold

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Venus City Council Place 3Nonpartisan race · Sheryl Dawn Kiser · Alicia Rosales

Sheryl Dawn Kiser and Alicia Rosales are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Venus City Council Place 3.

Sheryl Dawn Kiser Nonpartisan

About Sheryl Dawn Kiser

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Alicia Rosales Nonpartisan

About Alicia Rosales

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Godley City Council District 2Nonpartisan race · Michael Papenfuss

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Michael Papenfuss is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Godley City Council District 2.

Michael Papenfuss Nonpartisan

About Michael Papenfuss

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Alvarado City Council Place 6 Ward 3Nonpartisan race · Betty Ann Neilan · Joshua Rendon

Betty Ann Neilan and Joshua Rendon are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Alvarado City Council Place 6 Ward 3.

Betty Ann Neilan Nonpartisan

About Betty Ann Neilan

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Joshua Rendon Nonpartisan

Information not available in the provided research text. Joshua Rendon is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Mayor of CleburneNonpartisan race · Derek Weathers · Blake Jones · Douglas Switzer

Derek Weathers, Blake Jones and Douglas Switzer are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Mayor of Cleburne.

Derek Weathers Nonpartisan

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  • Derek Weathers (Mayor of Cleburne, Texas, candidate 2026) We cannot provide a description for this page right now
  • Derek Weathers is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Derek Weathers

Derek Weathers (Mayor of Cleburne, Texas, candidate 2026) We cannot provide a description for this page right now. Derek Weathers is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Blake Jones Nonpartisan

About Blake Jones

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Douglas Switzer Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Douglas Switzer (Mayor of Cleburne, Texas, candidate 2026) We cannot provide a description for this page right now
  • Douglas Switzer is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Douglas Switzer

Douglas Switzer (Mayor of Cleburne, Texas, candidate 2026) We cannot provide a description for this page right now. Douglas Switzer is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Joshua City Council Place 2Nonpartisan race · Mike Kidd · Shantell Mosley

Mike Kidd and Shantell Mosley are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Joshua City Council Place 2.

Mike Kidd Nonpartisan

About Mike Kidd

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Shantell Mosley Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Shantell Mosley ran in a special election for Joshua City Council Place 1 in Texas
  • Shantell Mosley is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Shantell Mosley

Shantell Mosley ran in a special election for Joshua City Council Place 1 in Texas. Shantell Mosley is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Alvarado City Council Place 5 Ward 2 - District 2Nonpartisan race · David M. Garay

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

David M. Garay is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Alvarado City Council Place 5 Ward 2 - District 2.

David M. Garay Nonpartisan

About David M. Garay

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Joshua City Council Place 5Nonpartisan race · George Grall · Savannah Horton

George Grall and Savannah Horton are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Joshua City Council Place 5.

George Grall Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • George Grall is listed in Ballot Brief election research
  • George Grall is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About George Grall

George Grall is listed in Ballot Brief election research. George Grall is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Savannah Horton Nonpartisan

About Savannah Horton

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Venus City Council Place 4Nonpartisan race · Michelle Hamm · Robbie Maggard

Michelle Hamm and Robbie Maggard are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Venus City Council Place 4.

Michelle Hamm Nonpartisan

Michelle Hamm is currently an MSW Candidate at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs. Her professional background includes experience with Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Robbie Maggard Nonpartisan

About Robbie Maggard

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Venus City Council Place 5Nonpartisan race · Ray Jackman

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Ray Jackman is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Venus City Council Place 5.

Ray Jackman Nonpartisan

About Ray Jackman

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Alvarado City Council Place 5 Ward 2 - District 1Nonpartisan race · Cherry Bryant

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Cherry Bryant is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Alvarado City Council Place 5 Ward 2 - District 1.

Cherry Bryant Nonpartisan

About Cherry Bryant

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Venus City Council Place 5 - District 2Nonpartisan race · Jeannie Prazak

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Jeannie Prazak is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Venus City Council Place 5 - District 2.

Jeannie Prazak Nonpartisan

About Jeannie Prazak

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Alvarado City Council Place 5 Ward 2Nonpartisan race · Barron Blakeney

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Barron Blakeney is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Alvarado City Council Place 5 Ward 2.

Barron Blakeney Nonpartisan

About Barron Blakeney

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Godley City Council District 2 - District 1Nonpartisan race · Roger Cornelison

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Roger Cornelison is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Godley City Council District 2 - District 1.

Roger Cornelison Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Roger Cornelison is listed in Ballot Brief election research
  • Roger Cornelison is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Roger Cornelison

Roger Cornelison is listed in Ballot Brief election research. Roger Cornelison is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Districts and boards

Special Utility District Board At-large - District 2Nonpartisan race · Misty Young

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Misty Young is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Johnson County Special Utility District Board At-large - District 2.

Misty Young Nonpartisan

Top priorities
  • Misty Young is listed in Ballot Brief election research
  • Misty Young is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Misty Young

Misty Young is listed in Ballot Brief election research. Misty Young is associated with the Nonpartisan party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Special Utility District Board At-largeNonpartisan race · Glen Walden · Harry Shaffer

Glen Walden and Harry Shaffer are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Johnson County Special Utility District Board At-large.

Glen Walden Nonpartisan

About Glen Walden

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

Harry Shaffer Nonpartisan

About Harry Shaffer

Listed from official election filings. The Ballot Brief has not yet researched a profile for this candidate; confirm the race and candidate with the official election office linked at the bottom of this page.

By address

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Texas House District 58Chris Oldham (D) · Helen Kerwin (R)

Chris Oldham Democratic

Top priorities
  • Oppose school vouchers and fully fund local schools and teacher pay
  • Expand Medicaid to stabilize local hospitals
  • Oppose government abuse of eminent domain and protect water resources

Per the campaign site.

About Chris Oldham

Chris Oldham is the Democratic nominee for Texas House District 58. He retired in 2024 after 30 years at Verizon, where he held roles from purchasing to systems management, per his campaign site, and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Angelo State University. He resides in Mansfield, per his campaign site.

Helen Kerwin Republican Incumbent

Top priorities
  • Eliminate property taxes
  • Secure the border and support Operation Lone Star
  • Support educational freedom and parental choice

Per the campaign site.

About Helen Kerwin
Helen Kerwin

Helen Kerwin represents Texas House District 58, covering Johnson and Somervell counties. She previously served as mayor of Glen Rose and was the first Republican Somervell County Commissioner, per her campaign site, and is a small business owner who has served as 4-H superintendent and FFA horse judging coach.

Chris Oldham (Democratic), Helen Kerwin (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Texas House District 58; Helen Kerwin is the sitting member, per the Texas House of Representatives' official roster. Nominees were chosen at the March 3 primary (or a May 26 runoff) or advanced unopposed; the field is the Texas Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election candidate list. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.

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Johnson County 2026 election questions

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