Pictured is a black-eyed Susan’s bloom fades as fall comes in Central New York. The fading bloom is a symbol of the seasons changing in the region.
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Onondaga County elections guide 2026
Central Current has prepared a paywall-free election guide to help inform you about the candidates and issues shaping each race.
2026 General Election Q&A: Onondaga County Legislature 14th District candidate Jessica Dapson
Democrat Jessica Dapson is running to represent the legislature’s 14th District. She faces Cody Kelly in the race for the seat.
2026 General Election Q&A: Onondaga County Legislature 2nd District candidate Matt Jones
Democrat Matt Jones is running to represent the legislature’s 2nd District. He faces Kevin Meaker in the race for the seat.
2026 General Election Q&A: Onondaga County Legislature 15th District candidate Jo Bennett
Democrat Jo Bennett is running to represent the legislature’s 14th District. They face Woodruff Carroll in the race for the seat.
2026 General Election Q&A: Onondaga County Legislature 17th District candidate Laura Lavine
Republican Laura Lavine is running to represent the legislature’s 17th District. She faces Majority Leader Nodesia Hernandez in the race for the seat.
