Stay informed about the 2026 elections in Michigan's Upper Peninsula with election coverage and voter resources from WNMU-TV. This page brings together special episodes of Media Meet and What's U.P., candidate forums, interviews and other election-related programming from WNMU Public Media.
You'll also find links to official Michigan voter information, including voter registration, absentee voting, early voting and election dates. Check back throughout the election season as we add new local coverage and resources.
The 2026 Michigan general election is Tuesday, November 3. Michigan's official election information, including registration deadlines, early voting information and absentee voting resources, is available through the Michigan Department of State.
For official information about registering to vote, checking your voter registration, voting absentee, finding your local clerk and learning about early voting, visit the Michigan Voter Information Center at Michigan.gov/Vote.
WNMU-TV's local election coverage brings Upper Peninsula voters conversations about candidates, elections and issues affecting communities across the region. Watch special episodes of Media Meet and What's U.P. below, with new election-related programs added throughout the 2026 election season.
WNMU-TV’s election coverage includes special episodes of Media Meet featuring conversations about elections, voting, candidates, ballot proposals and issues affecting communities across the Upper Peninsula.
Election '26: Barr vs. Bergman MI-1 forum—candidates debate key Upper Peninsula, N. Michigan issues.
WNMU Public Media continues its Election '26 coverage with the Michigan 110th House District Forum with Brian Irizarry & Greg Markkanen.
Media Meet: 109th Michigan House race—interviews with Anna Aho Rink, Karl Bohnak, key issues.
Michigan 38th Senate District Forum: Prestin (R), van Ginhoven (D), Cambensy (I) debate key issues.
Michigan voters to decide 2 statewide ballot proposals in 2026; experts explain on Media Meet.
Preview of Michigan Primary 2026: voting eligibility, key races, and clerk insights.
What's U.P. highlights community events, programs and resources throughout Upper Michigan and Northern Wisconsin. Election-related episodes provide information about voting dates, community resources and other election-related topics.
Learn how to vote in Michigan: absentee, early voting, polling hours, and finding your ballot.
Marquette County's and Gogebic Range's Unit of the League of Women Voters present additional regional candidate forums for positions included on the November 3rd midterm election ballot.
A Public Candidate Forum will be held Tuesday, September 22 for the City of Marquette Commissioners candidates running in the November 3rd Midterm Election. Candidates: Margaret Brumm, Kevin A. Clegg, Mark Curran, Ross Johnson, Marcella Krupski, Matthew Luttenberger & Paul Schloegel
A Public Candidate Forum will be held Tuesday, October 6th for Ishpeming Mayoral and City Council candidates running in the November 3rd Midterm Election. All eight candidates have been invited to participate.
A Public Candidate Forum will be held Tuesday, October 6th for State Senate Seat 110th District candidates. Candidates: Brian Irizarry, Greg Markkanen
For official voting information, use resources from the Michigan Department of State and your local clerk.
Check your eligibility and register to vote through Michigan's official voter information system.
Verify your registration information and find information about your local clerk through Michigan.gov/Vote.
Michigan voters can vote by mail using an absentee ballot. The state provides information about requesting, completing, returning and tracking an absentee ballot.
Learn about Michigan's early voting process, locations and dates through the Michigan Voter Information Center.
Contact your city or township clerk for local election information and assistance.
Get personalized voting information such as registration, ballot details, local polling places, and more.
New election-related programs and conversations will be added throughout the 2026 election season. Check back for the latest Media Meet and What's U.P. coverage from WNMU-TV.
You can also explore more local productions from WNMU-TV, including Media Meet, What's U.P., Public Eye News and other programs produced for viewers across the Upper Peninsula.