Local Government

The incumbent interim mayor built most of his early lead over businessman James R. Knight Jr. through absentee ballots.

The coronavirus pandemic brought major changes to the ways voters could cast ballots. In the past, most voters had to go to their assigned precinct on Election Day. This year, voters could go to any of the seven polls open today, as well as two polls that were open for early voting on 18 days prior to Election Day. State election officials also made it easier for anyone to cast an absentee ballot.

The following voting totals were provided by the Christian County Clerk’s Office.

Voters are encouraged to wear a mask and they should bring photo identification.

Local election officials reported more than 15,000 early and absentee ballots combined through Friday. County Clerk Mike Kem expects the final tally to exceed 25,000.

Three local voters who cast absentee ballots explain why they want early voting options to continue in future elections.

If the trend continues, Christian County appears to be on track to set new, high marks for voter turnout in recent history.

Early, in-person voting continues this week at the sheriff's department. Beginning next week, voters can go to the sheriff's department or the senior center.

To help voters keep all the city races and candidates straight, Hoptown Chronicle has compiled a list with basic biographical information about each one running for office.

Christian County Clerk Mike Kem said things were running smoothly at the polling place on the first day.