Elections

Macon voter guide: What to know about races on local ballots, more election information

Poll officers Helen Dawson (left) and Freddie Beloney talk inside of the Sweet Creek Baptist Church before polls open for the Georgia primary election on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in Macon, Georgia. The ballot includes local races for mayor, sheriff, county commissioners and other roles as well as voting for state legislature nominations.
Poll officers Helen Dawson (left) and Freddie Beloney talk inside of the Sweet Creek Baptist Church before polls open for the Georgia primary election on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in Macon, Georgia. The ballot includes local races for mayor, sheriff, county commissioners and other roles as well as voting for state legislature nominations.

Election Day is fast approaching, and while the presidential race between Republican Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris is on everyone’s mind, there are key races further down the ballot in Bibb County and surrounding Middle Georgia areas.

The Telegraph has compiled key information for local voters to be prepared as they cast their ballot this November. Need a refresher on who’s running in which race? We’ve got you covered. Want to know the dates for early voting and the deadlines for absentee voting? Check out our information below.

Stay tuned for further election information which will be added to our guide as we get closer to Election Day.

What to know about voting, Election Day in Georgia

Who’s running for U.S. House in the Macon area?

Who’s running for Georgia House in Macon?

Who’s running for sheriff in Houston, Peach, Crawford counties?

More election information

This story was originally published October 11, 2024 at 5:00 AM.

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