Polls open in Kentucky’s hard-fought primary races

By: Lantern staff

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: May 19, 2026

Words: 264

Last Updated: 2 months, 1 week ago

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Kentucky’s primary election day is here, and polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Earlier this month, Secretary of State Michael Adams predicted a 20% turnout due to the number of races.

“With hundreds of federal, state and local races on the primary ballot this May, we are expecting a turnout of about 20%,” Adams said in a release on May 8. “Primary turnout typically is 10%-15%.”

Early voting continues to …

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