The November 2024 elections will see Virginians voting for president, U.S. senator, the U.S. House of Representatives and, in some places, local offices. Cardinal News’ voter guide answers common questions about how to vote and what will be on your ballot.
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How to vote Federal candidates Local candidates Key dates When does voting begin?
September 20: Early voting begins at your local registrar’s office .
October 15: Deadline to register to vote if you’re not already registered. (Voters may register after this date using a provisional ballot) . Are you registered to vote? Check here .
October 25: Deadline to apply for a mail ballot .
November 2: Last day to vote early in-person at your local registrar’s office. Offices close at 5 p.m.
November 5: In-person voting day at regular polling place. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where is my polling place? Find my polling place
How to vote Can I vote with an out-of-state or expired license? Yes. If you get to your polling place without an acceptable ID, you can sign a statement affirming your identity and vote on a regular ballot, according to the Virginia Department of Elections . If your license is expired, you can still use it to vote.
How can I vote by mail in Virginia? You can request a mail-in ballot for the primary election until October 25.
Request the mail-in ballot on Virginia’s election portal , or by mailing an application for an absentee ballot to your local voter registration office. You can find the address for your voter registration office on the Virginia Department of Elections website .
You can also request an absentee ballot up to 11 days until October 25. After October 25, only emergency absentee ballots are available until the day before the election. To qualify for an emergency absentee ballot, you need to have a serious conflict (like a work conflict, or a health issue of an immediate family member).
Can I vote early in-person? Yes. You can vote early in-person at your local registrar’s office. You can find the location of the general registrar’s office in your jurisdiction and read more about early voting on the Virginia Department of Elections’ website.
When do polls open? Polls will be open between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Tuesday Nov. 5.
If you are in line by 7 p.m., you will be allowed to vote.
Can I vote from jail in Virginia? In many cases, yes. If you do not have a felony conviction, or if the governor has restored your right to vote after a felony conviction, you can vote – even from jail. This includes if you are being detained awaiting your court date, or are in jail for a misdemeanor conviction.
If you have a felony conviction, you can petition the governor to restore your voting rights .
Not sure if you’re eligible to vote? Check your registration status at virginia.gov .
You can also check out this guide on how to vote in Virginia , Virginia DOE’s pocket voter guide , and read ProPublica’s guide on voting accessibility for more information.
Federal candidates
U.S. Senate
Legislative Body Member, United States Senate Party Republican Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: PO Box 652, Purcellville, VA 20134 More About Hung Cao Legislative Body Member, United States Senate Party Democratic Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 1751 Potomac Greens Dr, Alexandria, VA 22314 More About Timothy M. Kaine U.S. House of Representatives, 9th District
Legislative Body Member, House of Representatives Party Democratic Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 214 W Main St, Floyd, VA 24091 More About Karen G. H. Baker Legislative Body Member, House of Representatives Party Republican Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: PO Box 361, Christiansburg, VA 24068 More About H. Morgan Griffith Local candidates School Board — Rye Valley District
Legislative Body Member School Board Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 425 Stoney Battery Rd, Marion, VA 24354 More About Sue Dye Tilson Legislative Body Member School Board Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 1936 Pugh Mountain Rd, Sugar Grove, VA 24375 More About W. Gwyn Combs School Board — Saltville District
Legislative Body Member School Board Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 559 Valley Rd, Saltville, VA 24370 More About Joseph D. Johnson Chilhowie Mayor
Legislative Body Mayor – Chilhowie Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: PO BOX 226, CHILHOWIE, VA 24319 More About Gary L. Heninger Chilhowie Town Council — 3 seats available
Legislative Body Member Town Council – Chilhowie Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 212 Sanders Ave, Chilhowie, VA 24319 More About Bill L. “Coach” Clear Legislative Body Member Town Council – Chilhowie Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 828 Sunset Dr, Chilhowie, VA 24319 More About Julie W. Sturgill Legislative Body Member Town Council – Chilhowie Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: PO BOX 1714, CHILHOWIE, VA 24319 More About P.J. Wolfe Marion Mayor
Legislative Body Mayor – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 605 Look Ave, Marion, VA 24354 More About Jim R. Barker Legislative Body Mayor – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 430 S. Church St, Marion, VA 24354 More About Herbert C. Clay Legislative Body Mayor – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 104 Panorama Dr, Marion, VA 24354 More About Avery Sherwood Cornett Legislative Body Mayor – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 132 PARK BLVD, MARION, VA 24354 More About Amanda J. Currin Legislative Body Mayor – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 201 E Main St, Marion, VA 24354 More About Thomas B. “Tom” Graham Legislative Body Mayor – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 686 Dogwood Lane, Marion, VA 24354 More About Suzanne B. Jennings Marion Town Council — 3 seats available
Legislative Body Member Town Council – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 698 Radio Hill Rd, Marion, VA 24354 More About N. Hunter Atwell Legislative Body Member Town Council – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 703 Chatham Hill Rd, Marion, VA 24354 More About Larry W. Carter Legislative Body Member Town Council – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 245 Holly St, Marion, VA 24354 More About James L. “Jim” Gates Legislative Body Member Town Council – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 105 John St, Marion, VA 24354 More About R. Todd May Legislative Body Member Town Council – Marion Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 203 W. Strother St, Marion, VA 24354 More About Janene M. Walker Saltville Mayor
Legislative Body Mayor – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 304 WILEY DRIVE, SALTVILLE, VA 24370 More About Cheri Heath Fullen Legislative Body Mayor – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 604 Easy St, Saltville, VA 24370 More About Monica S. Johnson Legislative Body Mayor – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 225 W MAIN ST, SALTVILLE, VA 24354 More About Bryan J. Morris Legislative Body Mayor – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 591 Ridgeview Rd, Saltville, VA 24370 More About Jamie Michael Roark Saltville Town Council — 3 seats available
Legislative Body Member Town Council – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 227 E. Main St, Saltville, VA 24354 More About Suzanne Carter Abramson Legislative Body Member Town Council – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 506 Nichols St, Saltville, VA 24370 More About Tyler Dalton Arnold Legislative Body Member Town Council – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 1001 Palmer Ave, Saltville, VA 24370 More About Thomas Norwood Dickerson Legislative Body Member Town Council – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 443 Crusenberry Rd, Saltville, VA 24370 More About Roy B. “RB” Henderson Jr. Legislative Body Member Town Council – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 383 OLD QUARRY RD, SALTVILLE, VA 24370 More About Noah E. Horn Legislative Body Member Town Council – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 168 LOFT DR, SALTVILLE, VA 24370 More About David W. Huff Legislative Body Member Town Council – Saltville Party Independent Contact Info (Campaign) Campaign: 123 FIRST AVE, SALTVILLE, VA 24370 More About Tracy S. Prater The post How to vote in Smyth County appeared first on Cardinal News .
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