MARKSVILLE, La. (UrbanCast: 11/6/2026) — The election is not over in Avoyelles Parish. Voters will return to the polls Saturday, December 12, to decide three important races.
The runoff includes contests for Mansura mayor, district judge, and Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District. Meanwhile, eligible residents who are not registered still have time to participate.
Who’s on the December 12 Ballot?
Mansura Mayor
- Kenneth Pickett Sr. (Democrat)
- Sterling Hayes Sr. (Democrat)
12th Judicial District Court Judge, Division B
- Barry Laiche (Republican)
- Elizabeth Williams (No Party)
U.S. House of Representatives, District 5
- Patricia “Pat” Moore (Democrat)
- “Gabe” Firment (Republican)
Not every voter will see the same races. The Mansura mayoral contest is limited to eligible voters within the town’s municipal boundaries.
There’s Still Time to Register
Residents who missed the November election can still register for the December runoff.
- Thursday, November 12: Deadline to register in person, by mail, or at an Office of Motor Vehicles location.
- Saturday, November 21: Deadline to register online through GeauxVote.com.
Already registered? There’s no need to register again. However, voters should verify their registration status and address before Election Day.
Early Voting: November 28 – December 5
Early voting begins Saturday, November 28, and continues through Saturday, December 5, excluding Sunday, November 29.
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Avoyelles Parish Early Voting Location
Avoyelles Parish Courthouse
312 N. Main Street, Suite E
Marksville, LA 71351
Phone: (318) 253-7129
Absentee Voting Deadlines
- December 8: Deadline to request an absentee ballot by 4:30 p.m.
- December 11: Deadline for the Registrar of Voters to receive completed absentee ballots by 4:30 p.m.
Different deadlines apply to military and overseas voters.
Runoff Election Day: Saturday, December 12
Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m.
Voters can visit GeauxVote.com to:
- Check their voter registration status.
- Find their Election Day polling location.
- Review their sample ballot when available.
- Access absentee voting information.
Avoyelles Parish, Mark Your Calendar
From municipal leadership to the courts and Congress, Avoyelles Parish voters still have important decisions ahead.
The next election is Saturday, December 12. Eligible residents have until November 12 or November 21, depending on their registration method, to register.
Runoff matchups are based on unofficial November 3 election results, subject to certification.
Sources: Louisiana Secretary of State election calendar, candidate filings, election returns, and voter registration information.
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