‘I Voted ‘ Sticker Contest winner announced in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Secretary of State Michael Adams has announced the winner of the 2025 “I Voted” Sticker Contest.

Alyson Marinich, a student of Bluegrass Middle School in Hardin County, created the winning design, which features a horse with a rose garland.

“Thanks to Alyson for helping us promote voting and reminding us that any Kentuckian can make a difference,” Adams said.

Marinich says she is proud that people in Kentucky voted for her design and that they will be able to see it and use it in May.

“Alyson is one of those quietly humble and tremendously talented kids,” said Richard Rowland, teacher at Bluegrass Middle School. “It kind of warms your heart a little when they get the recognition they deserve, like this.”

Bluegrass Middle School principal Mark Webster says they are proud of Alyson.

Webster says, “We emphasize the importance of making an impact and making history in our communities to our Bulldogs. It is clear Alyson has achieved both already.”

Nearly 4,000 Kentuckians voted in the sticker contest at the Kentucky State Fair, doubling the number of votes sent in compared to last year.

Hardin County will receive “I Voted” stickers featuring Alyson’s design from the Secretary of State’s Office. Other county clerks may request to have the redesigned sticker to provide to voters during the May 2026 primary election.