May 2026 Primary

Voters will decide this month on a new local option levy for the Harrisburg Fire & Rescue District.

Willamalane Park and Recreation District is asking voters for a five-year increase in their levy to preserve existing services.

Val Hoyle is running for a third term representing Oregon’s 4th District in Congress, saying she hopes to be a part of a blue wave that will hold the Trump administration accountable. An opponent in the Democratic primary, Melissa Bird, said the district needs a new, bolder voice who has directly experienced the impacts of this administration’s policies.

Oregon State Sen. Cedric Hayden has been barred from seeking reelection after joining a legislative walkout two years ago. On May 19, Republican voters in Senate District 6 will choose their nominee to replace him.

Lane Fire Authority is asking voters to approve a 20-cent increase to the expiring levy, bringing the total to 55 cents per $1,000 in assessed property value. If it passes, Lane Fire Authority would be able to maintain services, as well as add two firefighters and modular living quarters at the Spencer Creek station.

This May, Democratic voters will choose their candidate for the Benton County Board of Commissioner’s Position 1.

Incumbent Jennifer Yeh faces off against challenger Tom Stedman in the northeast Eugene ward.

Voters in three Deschutes County fire districts are being asked to decide on levies that could fund emergency staffing and cut response times.

With just over two weeks to go before the May primary election, ballots are being shipped to Oregonians’ doorsteps. Wednesday marks the first day ballots can be mailed.

A local option tax for the Dexter Rural Fire Protection District is up for renewal on next month’s ballot.

Incumbent David Loveall and Springfield Mayor Sean VanGordon are vying to represent Lane County Commissioner District 2 in next month’s election. The district includes Springfield and some surrounding areas.

With Councilor Alan Zelenka not seeking re-election, two challengers are vying for his spot.