Elections
General Election
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Franklin County / Columbus locals
Tuesday, November 3, 2026Ohio · Columbus
Columbus city council staggered; confirm 2026 seats with Franklin BOE. Statewide: no U.S. Senate regular (special Sherrod Brown cycle separate if applicable). U.S. House OH-3 + legislature on Nov 3.
Key deadlines
Registration deadlineOct 4, 2026
Early votingOct 20, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
Election dayNov 3, 2026
How to vote
Sample ballot: https://vote.franklincountyohio.gov/
Turnout tip
Local races often decide taxes, schools, and public safety with very low turnout.