Voters across LeFlore County head to the polls today to decide key local legislative representation, county leadership, statewide executive seats, and constitutional state questions.
Oklahoma House District 3: Rick West vs. Steve Glinski
Voters in House District 3, which encompasses much of LeFlore County, are choosing their state representative:
- Rick West (Republican): The incumbent representative advanced to the general election after winning the Republican primary in June.
- Steve Glinski (Democrat): Glinski advanced to the general election ballot as the Democratic nominee after the primary was canceled due to no intra-party challengers.
Statewide Executive Races
- Governor: Republican nominee Mike Mazzei faces Democratic nominee Cyndi Munson, along with Independent candidates Robert E. Brooks Sr., Orlando Lynn Bush, and Jerry Griffin.
- Superintendent of Public Instruction: Republican Robert Franklin squares off against Democratic challenger Jennettie Marshall and Independent Jerry Griffin.
- Labor Commissioner: Republican Kevin West faces Democrat Kevin Dawson and Libertarian Mike Hall.
- Insurance Commissioner: Republican Bob Sullivan faces Democrat Craig McIntyre.
Additional Local & Legislative Contests
- Oklahoma House of Representatives (District 1): Covering portions of southeastern Oklahoma, including northern sections of LeFlore County, Republican nominee Chris White advanced following the late-summer runoff.
- LeFlore County Commission (District 1): Local voters will settle the District 1 seat following the August runoff contests between David Honeycutt and Mike Parker.
Oklahoma State Questions on the Ballot
Two statewide legislative referendums appear before voters across all 77 counties:
- State Question 845 (Legislative Referendum 379): Asks voters whether to amend the Oklahoma Constitution to modify the structure and appointment framework of the state’s Judicial Nominating Commission (JNC).
- State Question 847 (Legislative Referendum 381): A constitutional measure addressing property taxes, specifically asking voters whether to place caps or limits on the annual growth limit of calculated fair cash property values.
Detailed ballot titles and full legal language for each referendum are maintained by the Oklahoma State Election Board.
Voting Logistics
- Polling Hours: Precinct polling locations across Heavener, Poteau, Spiro, and surrounding communities are open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Anyone in line by 7:00 PM is legally entitled to cast a ballot.
- Voter Verification & Sample Ballots: To look up your precinct polling location or review your specific ballot before voting, check your registration status through the official state election portal: View Oklahoma and LeFlore County election results
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