Cooper sophomore Johnathan Brewer is top winner of statewide essay contest on KY’s election system
Johnathan Brewer, a sophomore at Cooper High School in Boone County, has been named a winner of Kentucky Secretary of…
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Adams applauds legislation that would make some voting law changes from 2020 election permanent
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams is applauding legislation that would make permanent some of…
In year of no elections, Secretary Adams focuses on cleaning up voter rolls — here’s a progress report
Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that, in December, Kentucky’s electorate declined as more voters were taken off the rolls…
Secretary of State announces statewide essay, slogan contests for Kentucky’s students
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today If you’re looking for a new activity for your middle and high school students who…
Two Constitutional amendments (‘Marsy’s Law’/’Term Changes’) on ballots; today last day for early voting
Two constitutional amendments will appear on everyone’s ballot tomorrow as in-person voting takes place at your designated voting place. They…
Kentucky Secretary of State provides guidance to voters about intimidation at polls: Know your rights
Secretary of State Michael Adams has announced guidance to protect voters from intimidation at the polls. “Voting is your sacred…
Quarles joins call for poll workers in November; challenges FFA members, alumni to step up
Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles is asking members and alumni of Kentucky’s youth agriculture organizations to fulfill Secretary of State Michael…
Secretary of State says Kentucky voter registration gaining traction ahead of Oct. 5 deadline
Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that Kentucky continues to see an uptick in voter registration, with the state’s number…
Adams urges Kentucky voters to take advantage of early voting, says successful election plans in place
Staff report Secretary of State Michael Adams testified Wednesday before the Interim Joint Committee on Appropriations & Revenue, offering legislators…
State officials warn Kentucky voters of bogus mailers and texts; election scams aimed at Kentuckians
Secretary of State Michael Adams and Attorney General Daniel Cameron are warning Kentuckians about two election scams. In one, Kentuckians…
Adams testifies before House Homeland Security committee on Kentucky’s election preparation
Secretary of State Michael Adams testified this Friday before the U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security, offering an assessment of…
Governor, Secretary of State agree on three options for voting: by mail, early voting, election day voting
Gov. Andy Beshear and Secretary of State Michael Adams announced a bipartisan agreement to allow Kentuckians to exercise their right…
Governor, Secretary of State ‘close to agreement’ on November general election, acting in good faith
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today No agreement yet between Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear and Republican Secretary of State Michael Adams…
Secretary of State Michael Adams offers overview of Kentucky’s 2020 primary and general elections
Secretary of State Michael Adams testified Tuesday before the Interim Joint Committee on State Government, offering an assessment of what…
Primary election has few problems, state officials say, and vote totals will likely be a record; results June 30
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Despite long lines for voters in Fayette County, members of the State Board of Elections…
Mark Neikirk: Be safe. Be heard. Vote at home. Make Northern Kentucky’s voice be heard loud and clear
I’ll begin with a confession. I won’t be voting on June 23 in the Kentucky primary which makes it a…
Adams, Cameron co-chair Ballot Integrity Task Force; to monitor primary election, investigate vote fraud
Attorney General Daniel Cameron and Secretary of State Michael Adams have formed a team of election officials, law enforcement professionals…
Secretary of State says counties using electronic ballot machines should move to paper ballots
Secretary of State Michael Adams, acting on his promise to ensure ballot integrity and enhance public confidence in our election…
Bill requiring voters to show photo ID gets House approval after changes; goes back to Senate
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Legislation that would require all voters to show a photo ID when arriving at the…