Kansans will head to the polls on Nov. 4 for the 2025 general election. The Beacon has put together candidate Q&As, explainers and a few other stories to help you prepare for Election Day in Wyandotte County and Johnson County.

First, we have some key dates to know about, plus a way to double-check that you are registered. 

Then, we dive into school district and community college board elections with candidate Q&A’s from:

Finally, you’ll find questionnaires and guides for mayor/CEO of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, and four competitive elections for the Unified Government Board of Commissioners: Districts 1, 5 and 8, as well as At-Large District 2. 

Dive in and get ready to vote. 🗳️ 

Key dates leading up to the Wyandotte County and Johnson County General Election

Tuesday, Oct. 14: Deadline to register to vote or update your voter registration.

Wednesday, Oct. 15: Advance voting begins, advance ballots by mail are transmitted and in-person voting can begin. Make sure to check with your county election office for times and locations. 

Tuesday, Oct. 28: Advance voting is in full swing.

Tuesday, Nov. 4: General election. All advance ballots must be post marked by Election Day and received by Friday, Nov. 7.

Find more information and look up your polling location here and check your voter registration here.

School board election Q&As

Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, election guides

Prairie Village election coverage