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Caldwell County weighs closing four polling sites, citing equipment shortage ahead of Nov.
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· August 7, 2026
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Key takeaway The current number of polling sites is 16, but this could be decreased to 12.
Caldwell County officials are considering a plan to reduce the number of polling locations. The current number of polling sites is 16, but this could be decreased to 12. The reason for this potential change is an equipment shortage.
This decision is being weighed ahead of the upcoming November elections. Further details about the plan and its potential impact are available from local news sources, including CBS Austin .
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Category: government ·
Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Austin ·
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