New voters share experiences, ask questions: Here's our hub for all things first-timers

With the presidential election in full swing, the Beacon Journal is putting the spotlight on first-time voters.

Throughout the election season, we'll be following and documenting the experiences of six people with Summit County ties as they navigate participating in their first presidential election.

We'll also be sharing resources along the way for other first-time voters to use, from a breakdown of key election dates to a running Q&A answering readers' questions about voting.

Here’s our hub for all things first-timers this election season.

Key dates to know before the Nov. 5 presidential election

When is the last day to register to vote?

When does early voting start?

What’s the last day to vote early or mail an absentee ballot?

Answers to these questions and more can be found here.

Countdown to voting: Here are key dates to know before the Nov. 5 presidential election

Meet 6 Akron-area first-time voters

From a brand-new citizen to just inspired at 49, here are the first-time voters we'll be keeping tabs on to document their experiences and see if their views change.

Meet 6 Akron-area first-time voters: Just old enough, voting at 49 and a new citizen

'I want to make a change': 6 first-time voters share thoughts on historic 2024 election

These six men and women have different political views.

They are of different races, backgrounds and ages, ranging from 18 to 49.

Some know who’ll get their vote for president , while a few haven’t yet decided.

“I think it’s like a movie,” said Olori Manns, 49, of Akron, who’ll be voting for the first time in the Nov. 5 election. “You can’t afford not to stay tuned and see what happens next.”

'I want to make a change': 6 first-time voters share thoughts on historic 2024 election

'If you're not participating, what's the point?' UA urges incoming students to vote

Students who attend orientation at the University of Akron this summer can learn about esports, bands, housing, and now, registering to vote .

“I feel amazing!” Zyoniah Crenshaw, who is about to turn 18, said after completing her registration form. “I just feel like it’s amazing to be able to vote at this age. It makes me feel like I’m closer to being an adult.”

UA urges incoming students to vote: 'If you're not participating, what's the point?'

Your voting questions answered

Do you have questions about how to vote, where to vote, what's on your ballot or what some voting terms mean? We have answers.

We’ve put together a Q&A of commonly asked questions about everything from where to vote to what the perplexing taxing term "millage" means.

We'll be answering your questions about voting leading up to the Nov. 5 election.

To ask the Beacon Journal your questions about voting, fill out the form at bit.ly/AskTheBeacon .

More: Questions about voting? Ask them. The Akron Beacon Journal has answers

Why is my vote important?

Think voting doesn't matter? We hope to change your mind. Read our case here.

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