Oct. 5 is the voter registration deadline for the November election

Monday October 5 is the deadline to register to vote in this November's election. You can register at your county's Registrar's Office or you may be able to download voter registration forms from your registrar's web site. If you are not sure which precinct you live in, are checking your registration status, or want more information, you can call your local registrar's office. More information on this year's elections and the voting process, along with links to registrar offices in our service area, can be found on our Voting and Election Related Web Sites page.

Pick of the Week

America votes : how our President is elected

Linda Granfield

"Once you turn eighteen, you'll be eligible to vote -- but don't wait until then to get caught up in the excitement of elections! From the first primaries, through the party conventions, to the final count at the polls, the race for the presidency is a whirlwind of passionate speeches, sensational campaigns, and new beginnings that every American can be a part of!" (from the Book jacket)

Web Site of the Week

PBS Kids Democracy Project

The PBS Kids Democracy Project is a kid-friendly way to learn more about the democratic process. Be President for a day! Find out how government affects you. You can even step inside the voting booth. For more interesting and informative web sites about the election process and democracy, see our list of recommended web sites on voting.