What is on the ballot in City of Buchanan, Michigan on November 3, 2026?

9 local races (21 candidates) and 1 local proposals, plus Governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, State Senate, State House, Michigan Supreme Court, university boards and statewide Proposals 26-1 and 26-2.

When is early voting in Buchanan City?

Early in-person voting in Michigan runs October 24 – November 1, 2026; hours and locations are set by your city or township clerk.

Where do I vote in Buchanan City?

Find your polling place, early-voting site and drop boxes at the Michigan Voter Information Center (mvic.sos.state.mi.us) or by entering your address at offorandbythepeople.com.

What time do polls open and close in City of Buchanan on Election Day?

Polls in City of Buchanan are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Anyone in line at 8 p.m. can still vote.

Can I register and vote on Election Day in City of Buchanan?

Yes. Michigan allows same-day registration: go to the City of Buchanan clerk's office with proof of residency (a driver's license, utility bill, bank statement or paycheck with your address), register, and vote there.

When is the absentee ballot deadline in City of Buchanan?

Absentee ballots must be received by the City of Buchanan clerk (or a clerk drop box) by 8 p.m. on Election Day, November 3, 2026. Mailing after October 27 is risky — drop it off instead.

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What's on the ballot in City of Buchanan, Berrien County

Michigan General Election · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · Polls open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. · Early voting Oct 24–Nov 1. Every local race and proposal on the official Buchanan City sample ballot (2 precincts). Enter your address in the app to see your exact ballot with every candidate graded.

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Your district races

Statewide races (every Michigan ballot)

Governor

U.S. Senate

BMike Rogers(R)
FAbdul El-Sayed(D)

Secretary of State

N/RAnthony Forlini(R)
N/RGarlin Gilchrist II(D)

Attorney General

N/RDoug Lloyd(R)
N/REli Savit(D)

Also on your ballot: Governor · U.S. Senate · Secretary of State · Attorney General · Michigan Supreme Court (2 seats) · State Board of Education (2 seats) · U-M Board of Regents (2 seats) · MSU Board of Trustees (2 seats) · Wayne State Board of Governors (2 seats) · Proposal 26-1 · Proposal 26-2 · all district races.

Local races in Buchanan City (9)

Court of Appeals District 3 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for up to 2. Incumbent Position.

AMark T. BoonstraIncumbent
FDaniel S. KorobkinIncumbent

2nd Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

BJennifer L. Smith-DenDoovenIncumbent

Berrien County Probate Court — Judge of Probate Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

BMabel Johnson MayfieldIncumbent

5th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position. 6 Year Term.

BGordon Gary HosbeinIncumbent

5th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position. 6 Year Term.

N/RJennifer E. Fields
N/RMyrene Kay Koch

Lake Michigan College — Board Member

Community College · Vote for up to 3. 6 Year Term.

N/RVicki BurghdoffIncumbent
N/RBrian Edlefson
N/RJulia Gourley Donohue
N/RDebra JohnsonIncumbent
N/RCynthia Miller
N/RMary Jo TomasiniIncumbent

Lake Michigan College — Board Member

Community College · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030.

N/RAlloyd Blackmon

Buchanan City Council Member

City · Vote for up to 3.

N/RJohn Backus
N/RRaquell GeorgeIncumbent
N/RTony Houser
N/RDaniel R. Vigansky
N/RMark W. WeedonIncumbent

Buchanan Community Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3. 6 Year Term.

N/RKatie Berry
N/RChris Carlson

Local proposals & millages (1)

Dial-A-Ride Millage Renewal

Millage Renewal0.8 mills

Shall the City of Buchanan be authorized to renew and levy a total of 0.80 mill on the taxable value of all taxable property in the City of Buchanan, which is equal to $.80 per each $1,000 of taxable value, for the purpose of providing public transportation including the operation of the "Dial-A-Ride" Bus System, currently operated by Niles Dial-A-Ride, more commonly known as "DART," and more properly known as the "Dial-A-Ride Transportation System," for a period of four (4) consecutive years,…

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 0.8 mills — generally no increase over what you pay now.

NOA NO vote lets the current millage expire; the service it funds would need cuts or other revenue.

Official ballot language

Voting in City of Buchanan

Election DayTuesday, November 3, 2026 · polls open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. If you're in line by 8 p.m., you can vote.
Where to voteLook up your City of Buchanan polling place, early-voting site and drop boxes at the Michigan Voter Information Center.
Early votingOctober 24 – November 1, 2026 at sites set by your clerk.
Absentee ballotsMust reach the City of Buchanan clerk or a drop box by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Too late to mail safely — drop it off.
Not registered?Register and vote the same day at the City of Buchanan clerk's office with proof of residency.
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