All the local GOP runoff elections on the May ballot

As the May 28 Republican Party Primary Runoff Election kicks into high gear in Collin County, voters are gearing up to cast their ballots in key federal, state and county races.

With Election Day fast approaching, candidates are ramping up their campaigns, crisscrossing the region to connect with voters and make their final pitches.

In the race for United States House of Representatives, District 32, Darrell Day squares off against David Blewett in a closely watched contest that has drawn attention from across the state. In the March 5 primary, Blewett secured 44.4% of the vote with 10,706 votes, while Day garnered 38.2% with 9,211 votes.

At the state level, the battle for the State Board of Education seat features Jamie Kohlmann challenging incumbent Pam Little. The race has garnered significant interest due to its implications for education policies in the state. In the March 5 primary, Little clinched 36.2% of the vote with 63,530 votes, while Kohlmann garnered 26.9% with 47,220 votes.

Influential Republican figures such as U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Attorney General Ken Paxton (R-Texas) have endorsed challenger Kohlmann over incumbent Little, citing concerns over liberal ideologies in Texas classrooms.

Meanwhile, State Senator District 30 sees Jace Yarbrough and Brent Hagenbunch vying for the Republican nomination, with both candidates hoping to secure their party's backing for the general election. In the March 5 primary, Hagenbuch secured 37.7% of the vote with 30,844 votes, while Yarbrough garnered 33.4% with 27,350 votes.

In State Representative District 33, Justin Holland and Katrina Pierson are locked in a tight race. In the March 5 primary, Pierson secured 39.5% of the vote with 9,038 votes, while Holland garnered 38.6% with 8,829 votes.

In State Representative District 61, Keresa Richardson and Frederick Frazier are engaged in a fierce competition for the Republican nomination. In the March 5 primary, Richardson received 39.8% of the vote with 7,235 votes, while Frazier garnered 32.1% with 5,840 votes.

In the judicial arena, the race for District Judge, 401st Judicial District, sees Kim Laseter and Joel Petrazio battling it out for the opportunity to serve on the bench. In the March 5 primary, Laseter secured 46.4% of the vote with 33,876 votes, while Petrazio garnered 41.2% with 30,078 votes.

Adding to the mix are the county offices, where Collin County Chair contenders Shelby Williams and Ellen Loveless are vying for the top spot. In the March 5 primary Williams garnered 32,000 votes, narrowly missing outright victory by just 205 votes.

Early voting for the GOP primary runoff in Collin County commences on May 20, extending until May 24, with Election Day set for May 28. 

Eligibility to participate hinges on prior primary participation, restricting previous Republican primary voters to the Republican runoff. However, those who abstained from the March 5 primary may opt for either party's runoff. 

The victors of the GOP runoffs will progress to the General Election slated for November 5.