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Do you want to vote early? Here's what you need to know

A sign for early voting in Franklin, NC.
Lilly Knoepp
A sign for early voting in Franklin, NC.

On November 7th, voters across the region will head to the polls to cast their ballots in municipal elections.

Getting to the precinct on Election day can be tough for voters for a variety of reasons. Early voting, which starts October 19th, offers opportunities for voters to make their choices before Election Day.

Find your early voting site

Buncombe County has two sites for early voting:

Buncombe County Board of Elections
59 Woodfin Place
Asheville, NC 28801

Weaverville Community Center
60 Lakeshore Dr
Weaverville, NC 28787

Check hours and locations for early voting sites in every county on the North Carolina State Board of Elections website.

Photo identification required

This election is the first time North Carolinians must show photo ID to vote. People without an ID such as a driver's license or passport can obtain a photo ID card from their local Board of Elections. Voters without photo identification can sign an exception form and cast a provisional ballot.

Learn more about the requirements for photo ID from the State Board of Elections:

Early voting ends Saturday, November 4th. For more information, check out your local election board.

Jose Sandoval is the afternoon host and reporter for Blue Ridge Public Radio.