News 30 September 2016

Ready to vote? The ballots are ready!

The November election may be almost six weeks away, but those who have made up their minds can begin casting ballots today [Thursday] at the Chickasaw County Courthouse in New Hampton.County Auditor Joan Knoll announced Monday that “early voting” would commence today, and voters can cast ballots during regular business hours — 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays — at the Auditor’s Office.Knoll also announced “important dates” during the election cycle, and they include:• Saturday, Oct. 29, is the final day voters can pre-register for the Nov. 8 election and the Auditor’s Office will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. that day.• Friday, Nov. 4, is the deadline to request an absentee ballot.• On Saturday, Nov. 5, the Auditor’s Office will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for voters who would like to cast early ballots.• Monday, Nov. 7, is the final day voters can vote at the Auditor’s Office, which will remain open until 5 p.m. that day.• Tuesday, Nov. 8, is Election Day, and polls throughout the county will be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.Those who have questions about voting can call the Auditor’s Office at 641-394-2100.

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