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Election Day, a day many have waited for, has come. 

In addition to federal races, Clark County saw several local races – some welcoming members to new positions. 

Four city commissioners were chosen from a list of several candidates. 

Incumbents Shannon Cox, Kitty Strode, Hannah Toole were re-elected to the position, as was Joe Chenault – who held a previous term on the City Commission. 

“I’m just appreciative of what the folks in this community feel and…I still think I represent the folks in this community well,” Cox said. “I’m proud of the fact that I try to do what’s right and they obviously appreciate it too.” 

“We have had a really strong Commission…and we all strive to do what’s best for this community,” added Strode. “I am humbled and very appreciative that the community feels like we’re doing a good job.” 

“I would like to thank my constituents and am ready to get to work for two more years,” said Toole. “It’s hard to knock it out in two short years, so I’m excited for the continued opportunity.” 

“I [want to] thank the people for electing me back as City Commissioner. Like I said the first time, I’m here for the people,” added Chenault. “I appreciate everybody’s vote, and I’m ready to go to work!” 

Strode received the most votes of any candidates with 3,135 (19.17%), while Cox received 2,941 (18.17%) and Toole received 2,718 (16.80%) to finish in second and third. 

Chenault finished in fourth with 2,269 votes (14.02%), with incumbent Kenny Book finishing in fifth with 2,072 votes (12.80%). 

Carson Hunt and Ralph Harrison also received votes, with 1,758 (10.86%) and 1,290 respectively. 

In the race to elect Clark County Circuit Court Clerk, Republican challenger Tony Kirk defeated incumbent Democrat Martha Miller with 9, 811 votes (56.38%) to 7,591 votes (43.62%). 

“I’m just very, very thankful to all the voters and all my supporters,” said Kirk. “I’ve been in and out of that office now for years [as a law enforcement officer], so I know…the courts and the system pretty well.” 

In local school board races, unopposed candidates Dora Barnett Hall and Ashley Ritchie won the 2nd and 5th educational district races with 100% of the vote. 

With 1,532 votes (56.72%), Carl David Kiser was voted a Board of Education member for the 1st Educational District. Jennifer Simpkins finished in second place with 747 votes (27.66%) and Dan Sawyers finished in third with 422 votes (15.62%). 

With 1,456 votes (69.57%), Paula J. Thomas was voted a Board of Education member for the 3rd Educational District. Billy Bennett finished with 637 votes (30.43%). 

In a race for Justice of the 5th Supreme Court District, Pamela Goodwine topped Erin Izzo with 9,544 votes (72.82%) against 3.562 (27.18%). 

By a wide margin, Clark County voters answered in the affirmative to the question, “Are you in favor of the sale of medicinal cannabis at a licensed dispensary and the operation of other cannabis businesses in Clark County, Kentucky?” 

Nearly 71% of Clark County voters said “yes”, while approximately 28% of voters responded “no”. 

In the U.S. presidential race, Clark County voted in favor of Republican Candidate Donald Trump and Vice Presidential Candidate J.D. Vance with 11,950 votes (66.88%) while Democratic Candidate Kamala Harris and Vice Presidential Candidate Tim Walz received 5,639 votes (31.56%). 

Clark County also voted in favor of Republican Andy Barr for the 6th Congressional District of the United States Representatives seat over Democratic challenger Randy Cravens. 

Barr received 12,778 votes (71.87%) while Cravens received 5,001 (28.13%). 

Republican incumbent Ryan Dotson received 10,758 votes (61.63%) for the 73rd Representative District seat in the Kentucky House of Representatives with Democratic challenger Rory Houlihan receiving 6,698 votes (38.37%). 

Constitutional Amendment 1, dealing with prohibiting noncitizens from voting in Kentucky elections, received majority support with 10,335 (61.9%) Clark Countians voting ‘yes’ and 6,362 Clark Countians voting ‘no’. 

Constitutional Amendment 2, dealing with providing state funding for education outside the public school system that includes charter and private schools, did not receive majority support with 10,862 (63.04%) Clark Countians voting ‘no’ and 6,367 (36.96%) of Clark Countians voting ‘yes’. 

In the Commonwealth’s Attorney 25th Judicial Circuit Race, David W. Smith won unopposed.