Kentucky
Here’s where, when you can vote early in Kentucky’s primary election
Kentucky 2026 primary, general election information and key dates
Kentucky 2026 elections begin with the primaries on May 19, 2026. Then the general election is on Nov. 3, 2026. Here’s what to know.
Kentucky’s 2026 primary election is set for May 19, but those who can’t make it to the polls in person on Election Day have some early voting options.
In Jefferson County, qualifying voters can cast ballots beginning May 6, while anyone can vote in person beginning May 14. Here’s when and where to vote in Louisville.
When is the 2026 Kentucky primary election?
The primary election in Kentucky is on May 19.
When is in-person, excused absentee voting?
In-person, excused absentee voting will take place May 6–8 and May 11–13. Voters can visit the State Board of Elections website at govote.ky.gov to find information on where and when voting will be available in their county.
Find a list of qualifications for excused absentee voting here.
When is in-person, no-excuse absentee voting?
In-person absentee voting that’s open to anyone is scheduled for May 14–16. Voters can visit the State Board of Elections website at govote.ky.gov to find information on where and when voting will be available in their county.
Excused early voting in Jefferson County
In-person, excused absentee voting will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on May 6-8 and May 11-13 at the Jefferson County Election Center, 1000 E. Liberty St.
Learn more: Your guide to candidates running in Kentucky’s 2026 primary elections
No-excuse early voting in Jefferson County
In-person, no-excuse absentee voting is from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 14-16 at the following locations:
- Americana World Community Center, 4801 Southside Drive, 40214
- The Arterburn, 310 Ten Pin Lane, 40207
- Berrytown Recreation Center, 100 Heafer Road, 40224
- Cyril Allgeier Community Center, 4101 Cadillac Court, 40213
- Epiphany United Methodist Church, 7032 Southside Drive, 40214
- Goodwill Opportunity Campus – Broadway, 2820 W. Broadway, 40211
- Goodwill Opportunity Campus – Preston, 6201 Preston Highway, 40219
- The Heritage, 1901 Park Road, 40216
- Immanuel United Church of Christ, 2300 Taylorsville Road, 40205
- The Jeffersonian, 10617 Taylorsville Road, 40299
- Jefferson County Clerk’s Office – Downtown Branch, 200 S. Fifth St., Suite 228, 40202
- Jefferson County Clerk’s Office – East Branch, 12312-A Shelbyville Road, 40243
- Jefferson County Clerk’s Office – Fairdale Branch, 10616 W. Manslick Road, 40118
- Jefferson County Clerk’s Office – West Branch, 228 Amy Ave., 40212
- Kentucky Center for African American Heritage, 1701 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., 40203
- Lyndon Elks Lodge #2052, 904 Ormsby Lane, 40242
- New Zion Baptist Church, 1501 Louis Coleman Jr. Drive, 40211
- Old Forester’s Paristown Hall, 724 Brent St., 40204
- St. Andrew United Church of Christ, 2608 Browns Lane, 40220
- Sts. Simon and Jude Catholic Church, 4335 Hazelwood Rive, 40215
- Sun Valley Community Center, 6505 Bethany Lane, 40272
- Teamster’s Local Union #783, 7711 Beulah Church Road, 40228
- Triple Crown Pavilion, 1780 Plantside Drive, 40299
- UofL Shelby Campus – Founders Union Bldg. Rm. 218, 450 N. Whittington Parkway, 40222
Reach Marina Johnson at Marina.Johnson@courier-journal.com.
Kentucky
Beechwood’s Tyler Fryman commits to the Kentucky Wildcats
Beechwood senior wide receiver Tyler Fryman has committed to University of Kentucky football and baseball according to Hayes Fawcett of Rivals.
Fryman made the change to the Wildcats on June 26, just three days after announcing he was decommitting from Louisville Cardinals baseball. Fryman had been committed to Louisville since 2023.
The four-star recruit took an official visit to Kentucky on June 19. A week later, he’s flipped his school and added a new sport.
For Beechwood last season, Fryman caught 62 passes for 1,320 yards and 23 touchdowns. He was also the 9th Region Player of the Year in baseball and an indoor track state champion.
Fryman also had football offers from Cincinnati, Notre Dame and Ole Miss among others.
Kentucky
Officials identify missing woman as search enters third day
GRAYSON, Ky. (WSAZ) – New information has been released in the search for a missing woman at Grayson Lake.
According to game wardens with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Marly Kinney, 19, of Ashland, was last seen at Grayson Lake on Wednesday afternoon.
They say search efforts are focused on the water at this time and include Kentucky State Police aerial support, drones, boats, and K9 assistance.
Crews suspend search for missing teen for the night
The search is now into its third day, with officials saying on and off rain has hindered their search and that a group of 50 volunteers are walking the banks of the lake to help in the search.
Search and rescue boats have been seen at the lake as well.
Officials say there are still many questions, including if Kinney is still alive and where exactly she went missing.
They also say they’ve been using a variety of equipment, including sonar and thermal detectors, as well as helicopters and underwater drones.
WSAZ received a statement from Kinney’s family Friday afternoon:
“We are very appreciative of the absolute surplus of support from law enforcement, search and rescue, 1st responders, and all of the community and its volunteers that are here with us and for us searching for Marly. We do not even know how to express our absolute gratitude to you all. We continue to have faith she will be found and brought back to us. We know we have the very best people doing all they can to bring her home.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 911.
We are still working to get more information.
Previous coverage can be found here.
Copyright 2026 WSAZ. All rights reserved.
Kentucky
Kentucky Lottery Cash Ball, Pick 3 Evening winning numbers for June 25, 2026
13 things more likely to happen than winning the Powerball jackpot
Hoping to win the Powerball jackpot? Here are 13 things more likely to happen than becoming an instant millionaire.
The Kentucky Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Thursday, June 25, 2026 winning numbers for each game.
Cash Ball
02-08-24-32, Cash Ball: 09
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Pick 3
Evening: 6-3-0
Midday: 9-6-0
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Pick 4
Evening: 5-7-6-0
Midday: 5-2-6-6
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Millionaire for Life
03-13-14-34-45, Bonus: 01
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