Bay Area Edition | February 2026

Election

BY CATHERINE WHITE

KEY: *Incumbent

What are the biggest challenges facing Galveston County?

Galveston County District Clerk

Why are you running for oce?

Candidate did not respond to questionnaire by press time.

John D. Kinard* Occupation & experience: Candidate did not respond to questionnaire by press time.

I believe public service should reect the integrity and work ethic I expect in the classroom and at home. It’s time for change in Galveston County’s District Clerk’s Oce, with a full-time elected ocial focused on taxpayers, public service and responsible stewardship of county resources.

We must continue cutting property taxes, and the Galveston County District Clerk’s Oce can help by improving systems and using technology. We need a District Clerk who is responsive, puts the public rst and keeps the oce open and accessible without legislative mandates from Austin.

Samantha Morris Occupation & experience: 17 years serving as an educator www.electsamantha.com

Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. For more election coverage, go to www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide.

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