Election 2026: Mercer County Levies Pass, Angie King Thanks Voters; Democrats Win Ohio Governor and Senate Races

November 3, 2026 — Voters in Mercer and Auglaize counties went to the polls Tuesday, deciding several local tax levies and casting ballots in closely watched state and federal races.

In Mercer County, all six local tax levies received majority approval, while Republican State Representative Angie King and Congressman Jim Jordan received strong support from county voters.

Statewide, Democrats scored two major victories, with Amy Acton projected to win Ohio's governor's race and Sherrod Brown winning the U.S. Senate contest.

Meanwhile, Auglaize County election results remain incomplete, with the latest report available to WCSM showing only 10 of the county's 42 precincts reporting. Full unofficial results are expected Wednesday, November 4.

Angie King Thanks Voters Following Election Night Results

Republican State Representative Angie King received overwhelming support in Mercer County in her race against Democratic challenger Arienne Childrey for the 84th Ohio House District.

With all 36 Mercer County precincts reporting, King received 14,616 votes, or 81.88 percent, compared to 3,234 votes, or 18.12 percent, for Childrey.

King also led Childrey in Auglaize County's earlier partial returns.

Speaking with WCSM Radio on election night, King expressed appreciation to voters throughout the district.

"I'm thrilled with the results. I want to thank the voters for their trust and support. I appreciate the kind words and words of encouragement along the way," King said.

"It is truly an honor to represent the district. The 84th is the best of Ohio. I look forward to continuing the good work we've started, and I'm committed to working hard for the district and promote policies that support our communities, families, and small businesses."

King concluded by saying, "And again, I just want to thank the voters for allowing me to be their voice in Columbus."

Her comments came shortly after 11 p.m. Tuesday.

All Six Mercer County Tax Levies Approved by Voters

Mercer County voters gave majority approval to all six local tax levies on Tuesday's ballot.

According to the county's 9:19 p.m. unofficial election summary, the results were:

Marion Township recorded the highest approval percentage, with more than 82 percent of voters supporting its proposal.

Hopewell Township had the closest margin of the six issues, although its levy still received more than 60 percent support.

All precincts associated with the six issues reported their results Tuesday night. The totals remain unofficial pending certification.

Jim Jordan Receives More Than 80 Percent of Mercer County Vote

Republican Congressman Jim Jordan received 14,437 votes in Mercer County in his bid for another term representing Ohio's Fourth Congressional District.

Democrat Joshua Kolasinski received 3,278 votes, while Tracey Tackett received 286.

Jordan received 80.20 percent of the Mercer County vote.

In Auglaize County's earlier partial returns, Jordan also led, receiving 6,773 votes compared to 2,443 for Kolasinski and 238 for Tackett.

Those figures represent returns from the respective counties rather than complete districtwide totals.

Washington Township Levy Passes; St. Marys Township Remains Too Close to Call

In Auglaize County, the Washington Township tax levy has passed, according to local election-night information.

However, the St. Marys Township levy remains too close to call.

Voters in Wapakoneta approved the city's additional two-mill parks and recreation levy. The available unofficial results showed 2,105 votes in favor and 1,418 against, with all eight city precincts reporting.

In the city of St. Marys, voters approved all four liquor-related ballot questions, including issues involving local businesses.

Other Auglaize County ballot proposals included tax levies in New Knoxville, Logan Township and Wayne Township, along with a Spencerville Local Schools income tax renewal.

Earlier returns showed support for the New Knoxville, Logan Township and Wayne Township measures, while the Spencerville school renewal was trailing. Complete results for those issues were not available to WCSM Tuesday night.

Auglaize County's latest available countywide report included only 10 of 42 precincts. Additional results are expected Wednesday, November 4.

Acton Wins Governor's Race Despite Strong Republican Support in Mercer County

Democrat Amy Acton has been projected the winner of Ohio's gubernatorial election, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy.

The outcome represents a change in party control of the governor's office, which has been held by Republicans since 2011.

However, Mercer County voters overwhelmingly favored Ramaswamy.

The unofficial county totals showed Ramaswamy receiving 13,665 votes, or 75.77 percent, compared to 3,710 votes, or 20.57 percent, for Acton.

Libertarian Don Kissick received 628 votes.

Sherrod Brown Wins U.S. Senate Race

Democrat Sherrod Brown has won Ohio's U.S. Senate race over Republican incumbent Jon Husted, according to election-night reporting.

Brown's statewide victory came despite Husted receiving strong support in Mercer County.

Husted received 13,755 votes in the county, or 76.30 percent, compared to 3,489 votes, or 19.35 percent, for Brown.

William Redpath received 491 votes, while Greg Levy received 286.

Other Statewide and Local Races

Mercer County voters also favored Republican candidates in the remaining statewide contests.

Keith Faber received 15,020 votes in the attorney general race, compared to 3,011 for Democrat John Kulewicz.

In the auditor of state race, Republican Frank LaRose received 14,728 votes to Democrat Annette Blackwell's 3,244.

Republican Robert Sprague received 14,076 votes for secretary of state, compared to 3,384 for Democrat Allison Russo and 464 for Libertarian Tom Pruss.

Republican Jay Edwards received 14,460 votes for state treasurer, compared to 3,430 for Democrat Seth Walsh.

Republican Supreme Court candidates Daniel Hawkins and Colleen O'Donnell also received substantial majorities in Mercer County.

In uncontested Mercer County races, David Buschur received 15,383 votes for county commissioner, Jeffrey Larmore received 15,270 for county auditor and Alyssa Tobe received 15,613 for county coroner.

Matthew Gilmore received 14,069 votes in the uncontested Common Pleas Court judicial race.

State Issue Three Approved

Ohio voters approved State Issue Three, a constitutional amendment addressing voter photo identification requirements.

In Mercer County, the issue received 15,357 votes in favor, or 85.14 percent, compared to 2,680 opposed.

The amendment establishes photo identification requirements in the Ohio Constitution, including provisions specifying accepted forms of government-issued identification.

Mercer County Reports Nearly 63 Percent Turnout

The Mercer County Board of Elections reported 18,239 ballots cast from 29,036 registered voters, representing a turnout of 62.82 percent.

The total included 9,908 Election Day ballots, 6,501 absentee ballots cast in person and 1,830 absentee ballots returned by mail.

All 36 precincts reported by 9:19 p.m. Tuesday.

While Mercer County's election-night precinct reporting is complete, results remain unofficial until certified.

Auglaize County's complete unofficial results are expected Wednesday, November 4, and WCSM Radio will provide additional updates as those numbers become available.

WCSM Election Night Coverage is sponsored by The People's Bank, The Celina Wine Store, The St. Henry Bank and Mercer Residential Services.