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Oregon Today
By the People, for the People
Oregon County Voters Face Contested Races and Tax Measures on Tuesday's Ballot
From marijuana sales taxes to school bonds, Oregon County has a full slate of issues for residents to decide.
Apr. 3, 2026 at 9:30pm
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Voters in Oregon County will face a full slate of local issues and contested races on Tuesday's ballot, shaping the political future of the region.Oregon TodayVoters in Oregon County, Missouri will head to the polls on Tuesday to decide on a range of local issues and contested races. Key items on the ballot include a 3% countywide sales tax on marijuana, a 0.5% capital improvement tax for roads and bridges, and a $650,000 school bond measure. Several city and school board seats are also up for grabs across the county.
Why it matters
These local ballot measures and races will have a direct impact on residents' daily lives, from the taxes they pay to the condition of their roads and schools. The outcome could also set the political direction for Oregon County in the coming years.
The details
In the city of Thayer, voters will decide on a 3% tax on marijuana sales as well as a 5% tax on lodging. Thayer residents will also elect three members to the school board from a field of four candidates. The Alton area has several issues on the ballot, including a proposal to allow the city to forgo annual elections for six years, a 3.5% sales tax on lodging, and a 3% tax on marijuana sales. Across the county, the Oregon-Howell school district is seeking approval for a $650,000 bond measure to fund HVAC, parking lot, and other facility repairs.
- Polls will be open from 6 AM to 7 PM on Tuesday, April 8, 2026 in Oregon County.
The players
Bill Honeycutt
Candidate for Thayer School Board.
Michael Morris
Candidate for Thayer School Board.
Don Bottorf
Candidate for Thayer School Board.
Jason Baker
Candidate for Thayer School Board.
Bob Robertson
Candidate for Thayer Special Road District Board.
What they’re saying
“These local issues will have a big impact on our community, so I encourage everyone to get out and vote.”
— Michael Morris, Thayer School Board Candidate
What’s next
Election results for Oregon County will be reported on Tuesday night after the polls close at 7 PM.
The takeaway
Tuesday's election in Oregon County will shape the future of the region, with voters deciding on a range of tax measures and contested local races that will affect everything from infrastructure to education. Turnout and engagement will be key as residents make their voices heard.
