Residents of Craighead, Greene, Independence, Mississippi and Randolph counties in Arkansas can start voting early on Monday, Oct. 19, ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. The Arkansas Secretary of State’s election calendar confirms that early voting will remain open through Monday, Nov. 2.
Where to Vote Early
In Craighead County, voters may cast their ballots at two sites: the Election Annex at 315 W. Jefferson Ave., Jonesboro and the Lake City Eastern Annex at 113 Cobean Blvd., Lake City. Both locations will be open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On the final day of early voting, Monday, Nov. 2, the hours will be reduced to 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Early‑Voting Schedule for All Five Counties
- Oct. 19–23 and Oct. 26–30: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 24 and Saturday, Oct. 31: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Monday, Nov. 2 (final day): 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Mississippi County operates a rotating‑site system. The Blytheville and Osceola sites follow the full schedule above. Manila serves as a first‑week location, while Leachville is a second‑week location. Voters planning to use these sites should confirm the specific operating days with the county clerk.
Identification Requirements
All early‑voters must present an accepted photo ID, such as an Arkansas driver’s license, a U.S. passport, or qualifying military identification. Voters without the required ID may still cast a provisional ballot, but they should ask election workers about the steps and deadline for having it counted.
Additional Resources
Arkansas residents can verify their registration status, view sample ballots, and find detailed polling information on the state’s Voter View website. Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3, will see polls open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. across the state.
Early voting provides a convenient, low‑traffic option for families, seniors, and working adults to fulfill their civic duty without the rush of Election Day. By taking advantage of the extended hours and multiple locations, Arkansans can help ensure a smooth, orderly election process for the entire community.
Original reporting: NEA Report (Jonesboro) — read the source article.
