ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Early voting began Monday across much of Central Florida, giving voters an opportunity to cast ballots ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Volusia, Brevard, Lake and Flagler counties opened early voting Monday.
In Orange County, 27 early voting locations are open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Nov. 1. Voters can use any early voting site in their county, regardless of their assigned Election Day precinct.
A first-time voter casts her ballot
Channel 9 spoke Monday with Keily Luna, who voted in a U.S. election for the first time after becoming a citizen last year.
“I have always believed in the American dream,” Luna said, adding that voting offered a chance to “be part of my local government.”
Orange County has about 820,000 registered voters, according to election officials. In the 2022 midterm election, the county had about 870,000 registered voters and turnout was 47%.
What voters should know
Voters heading to the polls should bring current, valid photo and signature identification.
Early voting dates, hours and locations vary by county. Check with your local supervisor of elections before leaving home.
Marion County begins early voting Thursday, Oct. 22. Sumter County begins Saturday, Oct. 24.
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3.
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