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August 2026 election canvass: Douglas County sees its second-largest primary turnout
This month’s primary election in Douglas County offered poll workers a “surprise whammy at the end” as voter numbers suddenly increased, leading to the county’s second-highest primary turnout to date.
Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
August 2026 election canvass: Douglas County sees its second-largest primary turnout
This month’s primary election in Douglas County offered poll workers a “surprise whammy at the end” as voter numbers suddenly increased, leading to the county’s second-highest primary turnout to date.
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Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Douglas County Commission election results: Kelly to hold seat, Spurling to oust incumbent
Douglas County Commissioner Patrick Kelly will hold his longtime seat, and newcomer Ethan Spurling has ousted incumbent Gene Dorsey.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence community members voice concerns about framing of discussion on homelessness
Dozens of community members gathered Wednesday and many voiced concerns about a discussion hosted by three county and city commissioners and advertised as focusing on a plan to handle homelessness.
Douglas County voters: Here’s the info you need to cast your ballot in the Aug. 4, 2026 election
All registered Kansas voters can cast ballots in the Aug. 4 primary election. Here’s a guide to help Douglas County voters make informed decisions on county, state and federal races.
Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Douglas County Commission candidates discuss affordability, development and data centers at forum
Douglas County Commission candidates discussed data centers, development of county wetlands and farmlands, budget priorities, NDAs and more at a forum Thursday evening.
Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Douglas County commissioners approve maximum property tax rate for 2027
Douglas County commissioners on Wednesday approved a slight reduction to the property tax rate for 2027, though most property owners will still see tax increases because of valuation increases.
Meet the candidates running for Douglas County Commission District 1
Two Democrats are running to represent parts of northern, northwestern and central Lawrence as the Douglas County commissioner for District 1. Here’s where they stand on key local issues.
Meet the candidates running for Douglas County Commission District 4
Two Democrats are running to represent Eudora, parts of eastern Lawrence, and east-central Douglas County as the commissioner for District 4. Here’s where they stand on key local issues.
Meet the candidates running for Douglas County Commission District 5
A Democrat and a Libertarian are vying to represent Baldwin City, parts of south-central Lawrence and much of southeastern Douglas County as the commissioner for District 5. They won’t face off until November, but here’s where they stand on key local issues in the meantime.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Women for Kansas to host Douglas County Commission candidate forum
Women for Kansas’ local chapter will soon host a Douglas County Commission candidate forum.
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