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The primary election date for Madison County is Tuesday, Aug. 30. But for those who prefer to take advantage of the benefits of early voting, Saturday, Aug. 20 through Saturday, Aug. 27 are the days to mark on your calender.
To view the sample ballot for the Republican, Democrat, Libertarian or Non-Partisan parties, go to www.votemadison.com, and scroll down until you see the link titled, '2016 Primary Sample Ballot.' You will be directed to a PDF website with various ballots and information.
Early voting locations and times are as follows:
The Madison County Annex Board Room, located at 229 SW Pinckney St., Room 107, on Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m., and on Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. through 3 p.m.
Lee City Hall, located at 286 NE CR 255, from Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m., and on Saturday and Sunday, from 7 a.m. through 3 p.m.
Pinetta Volunteer Fire Department, located at 509 NE Persimmon Dr., from Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m., and on Saturday and Sunday, from 7 a.m. through 3 p.m.
Greenville Senior Citizens Building, located at 166 SW Onslow St., from Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m., and on Saturday and Sunday, from 7 a.m. through 3 p.m.
Whether through early voting or voting on Aug. 30, be sure to do your part for your state and community by heading to the polls and casting your vote.