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Primary Elections Explained

  • Primary Elections determine the choices voters will have in the General Election and shape the issues candidates prioritize long before November.
  • But only about 1 in 5 registered Ohio voters participate—why?
  • Learn how we got here, what the stakes are for the 2026 midterm elections in Ohio, and how each of us can make a difference this year.
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Early in-person voting for the upcoming May 5 Primary Election begins in April -- but not everyday and not all hours.  Below are the days on which you may vote early in-person.  Voters residing in Wood County vote early in-person at Wood Couny Board of Elections, 1 Courthouse Sq., Bowling Green.  Days and times vary throughout the early in-person voting period, so be sure to review the schedule carefully.  

Be informed before going to the Polls:  go to Vote411.org > Find What's on Your Ballot for the races, candidates, and issues you will see on your ballot.  See our Voting & Elections page for more voting information and links and the Voting Schedule for more voting deadlines.

Early Voting Schedule for the May 5 Primary Election
  • April 7 to10: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • April 13 to 17: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • April 20 to 24: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • April 27: 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
  • April 28: 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
  • April 29 to May 1: 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
  • May 2: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • May 3: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Last day for Early In-Person Voting)
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Every Vote Counts!   Be Informed! 

Go to Vote411.org to find races, candidates, and issues that will be on your ballot. 
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Voter Registration deadline for the 2026 Primary Election in Ohio is today Monday, 04/06/26.  If you are a Wood County Ohio resident, here's what you should do:  

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Vote In-Person on Primary Election Day -- May 5

Every Vote Counts!  Be Informed!

Online Voter Guide -- Vote411  > Find What's on Your Ballot
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