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2026 Jonesboro City Council Elections

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 11, 2026
Current holder:Linda Faye Carter(Independent)

The 2026 Jonesboro City Council Elections will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect members of the Jonesboro City Council in Craighead County, Arkansas. These nonpartisan elections will determine representation for various wards across the city, with candidates competing for seats that influence local ordinances, budgets, and municipal services.

About This Race

The 2026 Jonesboro City Council Elections will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect members of the Jonesboro City Council in Craighead County, Arkansas. These nonpartisan elections will determine representation for various wards across the city, with candidates competing for seats that influence local ordinances, budgets, and municipal services.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 11, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 25, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 1, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in the 2026 Jonesboro City Council Elections, Arkansas residents must be registered by October 11, 2026. Voters can cast ballots in person on Election Day at their assigned polling place, during the early voting period from October 25 to November 1, 2026, or by submitting an absentee ballot request by October 28, 2026, with completed ballots due by close of polls on November 3. Voters must present a valid photo ID, such as a driver's license, passport, or military ID, when voting in person.

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Incumbent
Independent

Linda Faye Carter

Jonesboro City Council Ward 2

Biography

Linda Faye Carter is a retired Jonesboro Public Schools educator and community advocate with over 25 years of service in youth mentorship programs. She is seeking election to strengthen public safety initiatives, expand access to city recreational programs, and support affordable housing efforts in Ward 2.

Campaign Website
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Independent

James 'Jim' Gibson

Jonesboro City Council Ward 1

Biography

James Gibson is a lifelong Jonesboro resident and small business owner who has served on the Jonesboro Planning Commission for eight years. He is running to promote responsible development, improve infrastructure in Ward 1, and increase transparency in city spending.

Campaign Website

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