Tuesday's general election in Big Rapids is significant for residents and the city's future.

 

Not only will residents be voting on candidates to fill two city commission seats but they will also be voting for a new mayor to lead the city.

 

Incumbent City Commissioner Johnathan Eppley takes on challengers Karen Simmon and Amanda Johnson, residents will pick two of those candidates to fill the available commission seats.

 

For the first time since 2017, someone new will be leading the city of Big Rapids as Tom Hogenson is term-limited. Former Big Rapids city commissioner Jennifer Cochran will take on retired doctor Fred Guenther to be the next mayor of Big Rapids.

 

Polls open at 7am and close at 8pm.

 

All registered city voters in Big Rapids will be voting at City Hall for the November 2nd election.