It’s Tuesday, Nov. 5, and here are five things to know on Election Day in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here.
1. Presidential Election: Today is Election Day. Polling centers are open from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Keep up with MCM’s Election Day coverage on our website, YouTube channel and on social media @mymcmedia.
2. Polling Places: Find your polling place here. Anyone in line by 8 p.m. can vote.
3. Free Ride On Bus Service: Today the county will offer free Ride On bus service to help residents reach polling places. The free fare applies to all county-operated bus services, including Ride On, Ride On extRa, Ride On Flex, and Flash, and it will be available throughout the day.
Free Ride On Bus Service Available to Help Residents Vote on Nov. 5
4. Safeguards in Place: MCM asked Dr. Gilberto Zelaya, the Public Information Officer for the county Board of Elections, what steps Montgomery County has taken to combat potential election fraud.
5. Election Anxiety: If you are feeling anxious about the Presidential election, you are not alone. A new Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Research poll found about 7 in 10 Americans are feeling anxious or frustrated about the campaign. Only about one third said they feel excited.
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