FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Boone County Announces New Vote Centers for 2026 Primary Election
(LEBANON, IN – Friday, April 17, 2026) Boone County voters will have expanded flexibility and convenience during the 2026 Primary Election, with the introduction of new vote center locations across the county.
Vote centers allow registered voters to cast their ballot at any designated location in Boone County, regardless of their home precinct. This approach is designed to improve access, reduce wait times, and provide greater convenience for residents with busy schedules.
Early (absentee in-person) voting began April 7 and runs through May 4 at the Boone County Courthouse, with additional extended hours and multiple satellite locations opening on select dates. Notably, several new locations have been added this year to better serve voters throughout the county.
Election Day voting will take place Tuesday, May 5, 2026, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at vote centers located throughout Boone County, including community churches, municipal buildings, libraries, and the Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds.
Boone County Clerk Lisa Bruder emphasized the benefits of the vote center model:
“Vote centers are designed to make voting more convenient and accessible for all voters. Although turnout is currently light, we expect participation to grow as Election Day approaches.”
Key early voting highlights include:
- Weekday voting at the Boone County Courthouse from April 7–29 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
- Expanded hours and multiple locations on April 30 and May 1 (including evening hours until 8 p.m.)
- Countywide voting availability on Saturday, May 2
- Final early voting opportunity on Monday, May 4 (8 a.m. to noon)
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of early voting opportunities or vote at any convenient vote center on Election Day.
For a full list of voting locations, dates, and times, visit www.boonecounty.in.gov or contact the Boone County Clerk’s Office at 765-482-3510 or lbruder@co.boone.in.us.
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LINK:
Vote Center list of voting places and times: https://boonecounty.in.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Primary-Elections-Locations-2.docx
MEDIA CONTACT
Brent T. Wheat
Boone County Communications Director
Telephone: (765) 859-8660
Email: media@co.boone.in.us
