Wayne County, Indiana 2026 Election Guide
Explore below to learn when and where to vote, candidates in contested races, election news articles and additional resources.
About the 2026 general election
The 2026 general election in Wayne County, Indiana takes place on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
It is a county-wide election where voters will select representatives to various county government bodies as well as state and national elected roles.
Elected officials provide leadership and oversight of government functions that affect the daily lives of residents. From making decisions about responsible uses of taxpayer dollars to responding to citizen concerns, the people elected or reelected in the fall could shape key aspects of the community for years.
When and where to vote
Tuesday, Nov. 3 is General Election Day, with polls open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. at eight vote centers countywide:
- Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 1108 N. H St., Richmond
- LifeSpring North Church, 5600 U.S. 27 N., Richmond
- First Baptist Church, 1601 S. A St., Richmond
- Golay Community Center, 1007 E. Main St., Cambridge City
- New Testament Church of Christ, 752 W. Main St., Hagerstown
- First Bank Kuhlman Center, 861 Salisbury Road N., Richmond
- First English Lutheran Church, 2727 E. Main St., Richmond
- Centerville Church of the Nazarene, 7181 U.S. 40, Centerville
Voters can cast a ballot at any of them. Voters must bring a government-issued photo ID.
In-person absentee (early) voting
At the Voter Registration Office, Wayne County Courthouse, second floor, 301 E. Main St., Richmond, Oct. 6 through Nov. 2:
- Monday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Tuesday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- Saturdays, Oct. 24 and Oct. 31, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
At four vote centers, Oct. 26-30, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.:
- First Bank Kuhlman Center, 861 Salisbury Road N., Richmond
- First English Lutheran Church, 2727 E. Main St., Richmond
- Golay Community Center, 1007 E. Main St., Cambridge City
- New Testament Church of Christ, 752 W. Main St., Hagerstown
First Bank Kuhlman Center will also be open Saturdays, Oct. 24 and Oct. 31, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Learn more about how to cast your vote using the Verity Scan voting equipment.
For more information, call the Voter Registration Office at 765-973-9304 or 765-973-9226.
Having problems? Call or text the nonpartisan Election Protection hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683), staffed by trained legal volunteers through Election Day; Spanish, Asian-language and Arabic lines are also available. More information is at 866OurVote.org.
Candidates in Contested Races
United States Representative – Sixth District
Indiana State Representative – District 56
Indiana State Senator – District 27
Wayne County Council – District 2
Wayne County Council – District 4
Judge – Superior Court 2
Wayne Township Trustee
Wayne Township Board (3 seats)
Diane Dwyer Blackwell
Republican
Terri Smith
Republican
Richmond Community Schools (2 At Large seats)
Western Wayne Schools – At Large
Clay Township Board
Voters also can use Indiana Capital Chronicle’s voter guide to learn more about statewide candidates.
Wayne County voters can see a sample ballot before heading to the polls at wwn.to/generalballot26. Scroll down to find the ballot for your specific precinct; if you’re not sure which precinct you live in, visit indianavoters.com.
Election coverage and articles
Voting requirements
Hoosiers can check their voter registration at indianavoters.in.gov or at the voter registration office in their courthouse. The deadline to register for the general election was Monday, Oct. 5.
For more information, call 765-973-9304 or visit waynecounty.in.gov/clerk/votersreg.html.
Voters need to have a driver’s license or Indiana-issued photo ID card or federal-issued ID such as a veterans’ ID with photo or a passport.
BMV branches will be open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3.
More information about required documents is available at 888-692-6841 or in.gov/bmv/licenses-permits-ids/.
Additional Resources
- IndianaVoters.com – check your voter registration
- Read our election letter to the editor policy for 2026
- Wayne County Clerk’s Office
- WCTV Whitewater Community Television
- Indiana Capital Chronicle’s statewide candidate and voter guide
- Indiana Secretary of State candidate debate, Oct. 7
If you still have questions:
- Call the Wayne County voter registration office at 765-973-9304
- Call the Indiana Election Division at 800-622-4941
- Having problems? Call or text the nonpartisan Election Protection hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683), staffed by trained legal volunteers through Election Day; Spanish, Asian-language and Arabic lines are also available. More information is at 866OurVote.org.
- Contact the Western Wayne News