Potter County Sample Ballot & Voter Guide 2026

Potter County, Texas

24 candidates are on the November 3, 2026 ballot across 16 Potter County races, led by the Texas Senate District 31 contest.

16 races on the November ballot · 24 candidates
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County offices

Commissioner Precinct 4Warren Coble, Sr. (D) · Jose Perez (R)

Warren Coble, Sr. (Democratic) and Jose Perez (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Commissioner Precinct 4.

Warren Coble, Sr. Democratic

About Warren Coble, Sr.

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.

Jose Perez Republican

Top priorities
  • Jose Perez is a Republican candidate for Potter County Commissioner Precinct 4,
  • Jose Perez 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 Jose Perez

Jose Perez is a Republican candidate for Potter County Commissioner Precinct 4,. Jose Perez 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.

Justice of the Peace Precinct 3Gary Jackson (R) · Zach Harvey (R)

Gary Jackson (Republican) and Zach Harvey (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct 3.

Gary Jackson Republican

Top priorities
  • Gary Jackson is the Republican incumbent for Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct
  • Gary Jackson is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Gary Jackson

Gary Jackson is the Republican incumbent for Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct. Gary Jackson is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Zach Harvey Republican

About Zach Harvey

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.

Commissioner Precinct 4 - District 1Timothy W. Gassaway (D)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Timothy W. Gassaway (Democratic) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Commissioner Precinct 4 - District 1.

Timothy W. Gassaway Democratic

Top priorities
  • Timothy Gassaway -- Democrat for State Representative, District 87 — The Amarillo Pioneer Name: Timothy W
  • Timothy W. Gassaway is associated with the Democratic party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates

Per the campaign site.

About Timothy W. Gassaway

Timothy Gassaway -- Democrat for State Representative, District 87 — The Amarillo Pioneer Name: Timothy W. Timothy W. Gassaway is associated with the Democratic party in available records; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

Commissioner Precinct 2Jeff Raef (R) · Blair Schaffer (R)

Jeff Raef (Republican) and Blair Schaffer (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Commissioner Precinct 2.

Jeff Raef Republican

Top priorities
  • Strong fiscal conservatism
  • Bringing accountability to the Commissioner's Court
  • Funding county needs through efficiency and prioritization

Per the campaign site.

About Jeff Raef

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

Blair Schaffer Republican

Top priorities
  • Blair Schaffer, a Republican, was a candidate for Potter County Commissioner Precinct
  • Blair Schaffer is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Blair Schaffer

Blair Schaffer, a Republican, was a candidate for Potter County Commissioner Precinct. Blair Schaffer is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

TreasurerBrooke Graves (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Brooke Graves (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Treasurer.

Brooke Graves Republican

About Brooke Graves

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.

Justice of the Peace Precinct 1Lisa Devries (R) · Bryan Tackett (R) · Amanda Mayfield (R)

Lisa Devries (Republican), Bryan Tackett (Republican) and Amanda Mayfield (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1.

Lisa Devries Republican

About Lisa Devries

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.

Bryan Tackett Republican

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

Amanda Mayfield Republican

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

Information regarding Amanda Mayfield's professional background, education, and experience is not available in. Amanda Mayfield 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 1Alex Casias (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Alex Casias (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 - District 1.

Alex Casias Republican

About Alex Casias

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 Clerk - District 2Jessi Barrientos (D)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Jessi Barrientos (Democratic) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County District Clerk - District 2.

Jessi Barrientos Democratic

Top priorities
  • Jessi Barrientos is listed in Ballot Brief election research
  • Jessi Barrientos is associated with the Democratic party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates

Per the campaign site.

About Jessi Barrientos

Jessi Barrientos is listed in Ballot Brief election research. Jessi Barrientos is associated with the Democratic 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.

Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 - District 1David Martinez (D)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

David Martinez (Democratic) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 - District 1.

David Martinez Democratic

Top priorities
  • Information on professional background, education, and experience for David Martinez is not available
  • David Martinez is associated with the Democratic party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates

Per the campaign site.

About David Martinez

Information on professional background, education, and experience for David Martinez is not available. David Martinez is associated with the Democratic party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

JudgeMichelle Eggleston (R) · Jerri Glover (D)

Michelle Eggleston (Republican) and Jerri Glover (Democratic) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Judge.

Michelle Eggleston Republican

Top priorities
  • Infrastructure
  • Public safety
  • Future growth

Per the campaign site.

About Michelle Eggleston

Information regarding Michelle Eggleston's professional background, education, and specific experience beyond her candidacy for Potter County Judge is not available in the provided research text. Michelle Eggleston is associated with the Republican party in available records. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

Jerri Glover Democratic

About Jerri Glover

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 ClerkStephnie Menke (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Stephnie Menke (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County District Clerk.

Stephnie Menke Republican

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

Information regarding Stephnie Menke's professional background, education, and detailed. Stephnie Menke 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 2Robert J. Taylor (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Robert J. Taylor (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 - District 2.

Robert J. Taylor Republican

Top priorities
  • Provide a 150-300 character biography summarizing the candidate's
  • Robert J. Taylor is associated with the Republican party in available records
  • Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates
About Robert J. Taylor

Provide a 150-300 character biography summarizing the candidate's. Robert J. Taylor is associated with the Republican party in available records; this summary is based on official filings, campaign materials, and public reporting available for the 2026 cycle.

ClerkJulie Smith (R)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Julie Smith (Republican) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Clerk.

Julie Smith Republican

Top priorities
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About Julie Smith

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Justice of the Peace Precinct 4Thomas Jones (D)

Unopposed: still on your ballot.

Thomas Jones (Democratic) is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4.

Thomas Jones Democratic

Thomas Jones is a Democratic Party judge for Precinct 1-1 of the Dallas County Justice of the Peace in Texas. He assumed office in 1991, and his current term is set to conclude on December 31, 2026. Voters should review official campaign and election office sources for the latest updates.

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Texas Senate District 31John Betancourt (D) · Kevin Sparks (R)

John Betancourt Democratic

John Betancourt is the Democratic candidate for Texas Senate District 31 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Texas Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.

Kevin Sparks Republican Incumbent

Kevin Sparks

Kevin Sparks is the Republican incumbent for Texas Senate District 31, which covers 36 counties across the Panhandle and Permian Basin. He is an oil and gas operator with a business degree from the University of Texas at Austin who spent nearly four decades in the industry before entering politics, according to his official Senate biography, and he has held the seat since 2023. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.

John Betancourt (Democratic), Kevin Sparks (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Texas Senate District 31; Kevin Sparks is the sitting member, per the Texas Senate' 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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Texas House District 87Caroline Fairly (R) · Diana Loya (D)

Caroline Fairly Republican Incumbent

Top priorities
  • Protect religious liberty, Second Amendment rights and parental control over education
  • Increase border security resources and technology
  • Support parental empowerment in education decisions

Per the campaign site.

About Caroline Fairly
Caroline Fairly

Caroline Fairly represents Texas House District 87 and grew up in Amarillo, Texas, alongside four siblings, per her campaign site. She holds a business marketing degree from Abilene Christian University and worked on U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson's congressional campaign and later in his Washington office before returning to the Texas Panhandle, per her campaign site. She currently works as a medical negotiator at The OccuNet Company, per her campaign site.

Diana Loya Democratic

Diana Loya is the Democratic nominee for Texas House District 87. She holds a Master of Education degree, per the same questionnaire. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.

Caroline Fairly (Republican), Diana Loya (Democratic) are on the November 3 ballot for Texas House District 87; Caroline Fairly 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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How to vote in Potter County

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Texas nominees were set by the March 3 primary and May 26 runoffs; unopposed nominees still print on the November 3 ballot, a plurality wins, and declared write-in votes count but write-in names do not print, per the Secretary of State.

Potter County 2026 election questions

Who is on the ballot in Potter County, Texas on November 3, 2026?

Potter County sample ballot 2026: who is running for texas senate and texas house, with bios, priorities and campaign sites. Every candidate profile on this page names the official filing or campaign source it came from.

When is the 2026 general election in Texas?

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