Wayne County, Indiana 2026 Election Guide
Read the results of the May, 2026, primary election.
Explore below to learn when and where to vote, candidates in contested races, election news articles and additional resources.
About the 2026 primary election
The 2026 primary election in Wayne County, Indiana takes place on May 5, 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, May 5 is Primary Election Day, with polls open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. at eight locations countywide:
- This year’s new polling location is Centerville Church of the Nazarene at 7181 U.S. 40, Centerville. It’s across from Gillman Home Center on the town’s western edge.
- 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
Candidates in Contested Races
Indiana House of Representatives, District 56
Adam Blanton (withdrawing)
Republican
Indiana State Senate, District 27
Wayne County Council
Wayne County Commissioner, District 1
Wayne County Sheriff
Sample Ballot
Wayne County voters can see a sample ballot before heading to the polls at wwn.to/primaryballot26.
Election coverage and articles
Voting requirements
Hoosiers can check their voter registration at indianavoters.com or at the voter registration office in their courthouse. The deadline to register for the primary was April 6, 2026 by 4:30 p.m.
For more information, call 765-973-9304 or visit the courthouse at 301 E. Main St., Richmond.
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, May 5.
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
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
- Contact the Western Wayne News