An independent guide to Louisiana local government. This is not an official government website.

Election day is Tuesday, November 3

What's on the ballot and key dates

On the ballot: U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and proposed constitutional amendments, plus local races in some areas.

  • Early voting and absentee ballot requests are now closed.
  • Mailed absentee ballots must reach your parish registrar of voters by Monday, November 2 at 4:30 p.m. A postmark does not count, so mail it early.
  • On election day, polls are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you are in line when polls close, you can still vote.

Franklin Parish

Local election results for Saturday, May 3, 1986. Official results from the Louisiana Secretary of State.

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Cities, towns, and villages

City of Winnsboro

Mayor, City of Winnsboro

Billy Cobb (Democrat) won with 54.1% of the vote.

  • Billy Cobb DemocratElected

    54.1% 1,263 votes

  • Hess Curry, Jr. DemocratDefeated

    45.9% 1,072 votes

2,335 votes cast.

Councilman, District 2, City of Winnsboro

Charles Brass (Democrat) won with 65.5% of the vote.

  • Charles Brass DemocratElected

    65.5% 353 votes

  • Jenkins Merrells DemocratDefeated

    34.5% 186 votes

539 votes cast.