Dallas County Elections Department extends early voting hours

(Special to The Dallas Examiner) – The Dallas County Elections Department is announcing extended hours for the final three days of early voting to accommodate the high turnout seen across the county. From Oct. 30 through Nov. 1, all early voting locations will now be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., two hours later than previously scheduled, allowing more time for voters to participate before Election Day.Dallas County has already seen nearly record participation, with over 275,000 people casting their ballots in person in just the first five days of early voting. Almost 20% of eligible voters have already taken advantage of early voting in person or by mail.“Extending our early voting hours underscores our mission to make voting as accessible as possible for all eligible Dallas County voters,” said Heider Garcia, elections administrator for the Dallas County Elections Department. “By extending our hours, we’re aiming to ensure that every resident who wishes to vote early has the opportunity.”Key Information:• Extended Early Voting Hours: Oct. 30 – Nov. 1, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.• Last Day of Early Voting: Friday, Nov. 1• Election Day: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.The Dallas County Elections Department encourages all eligible...