What is on the ballot in Wells Township, Michigan on November 3, 2026?

6 local races (14 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 Wells Township?

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 Wells Township?

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 Wells Township on Election Day?

Polls in Wells Township 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 Wells Township?

Yes. Michigan allows same-day registration: go to the Wells Township 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 Wells Township?

Absentee ballots must be received by the Wells Township 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 Wells Township, Marquette 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 Wells Township sample ballot. 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 Wells Township (6)

Court of Appeals District 4 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for up to 3. Incumbent Position.

CMichael J. KellyIncumbent
DAllie Greenleaf MaldonadoIncumbent
DMichelle M. RickIncumbent

25th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

DMatt WieseIncumbent

96th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position.

N/RPatrick J. Crowley
N/RDerek G. Swajanen

Escanaba Area Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 4. 4 Year Term.

N/RMelissa Bonifas-Ness
N/RSage DubordIncumbent
N/RAngela GardnerIncumbent
N/RSteve HowesIncumbent
N/RTodd A. MilkiewiczIncumbent

Wells Township School District — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. 6 Year Term.

N/RSandra Holmes
N/RBilllieJean Horrocks

Wells Township School District — Board Member

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

N/RNo candidates on ballot

Local proposals & millages (1)

Escanaba Area Public Schools Operating Millage Proposal

Millage Restoration (Headlee Override)18 mills6 years (2026–2031)est. $170,500/yr

YESA YES vote raises the levy back to the originally authorized 18 mills, overriding the Headlee Amendment rollback — this is a tax increase over the current rate.

NOA NO vote keeps the current, rolled-back rate in place.

Official ballot language

This proposal will allow the school district to levy the statutory rate of not to exceed 18 mills on all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, required for the school district to receive its revenue per pupil foundation allowance. Shall the limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, in Escanaba Area Public Schools, Delta and Marquette Counties, Michigan, be increased by 2.6061 mills ($2.6061 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 6 years, 2026 to 2031, inclusive, to provide funds for operating purposes; the estimate of the revenue the school district will collect if the millage is approved and levied in 2026 is approximately $170,500 (this millage is to restore millage lost as a result of the reduction required by the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and will be levied only to the extent necessary to restore that reduction)?

Voting in Wells Township

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 Wells Township 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 Wells Township 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 Wells Township clerk's office with proof of residency.
IDBring a photo ID, or sign an affidavit if you don't have one. Full checklist →

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