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Elections News & Updates

2026

July

7/30/2026 – Our 2026 Election Season Jobs Guide is Here
7/14/2026 – Welcome to Elections News & Updates
The Lake County Board of Elections & Registration now publishes news and updates here. Check back at least monthly for election information.

June

6/8/2026 – LCBER CELEBRATES TWO NEW CEATS PROGRAM GRADUATES
This premier professional development program for election officials brings advanced knowledge in election administration, technology, and security to Lake County.

April

4/9/2026 – April is Student Civics Month at the LCBER
Hoosier Hall Pass and Courthouse Rocks: Civics for Students bring direct civic education and participation to all Lake County high school students.

February

2/12/2026 – Lake County Board of Elections to Host Behind the Ballot Open House
Event brings together non-partisan civic groups and LCBER staff to provide Lake County voters a fun, interactive overview of registration, election processes, and voting rights.