North Carolina
Election 2024 updates: Polls are open across the Wilmington area
Election Day has arrived. While thousands of Wilmington-area residents chose to vote early, many will also be heading to the polls today.
In addition to president and governor, residents will be voting for numerous down-ballot races, including county commissioner, school board and N.C. House and Senate.
The StarNews will be providing updates throughout the day on what’s happening across the Cape Fear region.
Voters from across the country are casting their ballots for a number of offices today, ranging from local races to the next president of the United States.
While many have already opted for the early voting process in the Wilmington area, you may choose to head to your designated polling location on Election Day.
Each polling location, according to the North Carolina State Board of Elections, is open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
If you’re in line at 7:30 p.m., you will still be allowed to vote.
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In New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties, voters will be able to choose to elect new or returning commissioners, school board members, and more.
You can learn more about the candidates with the StarNews voter guides.
To see your sample ballot, go to the State Board of Elections’ voter search, enter your information and scroll down to the section titled ‘your sample ballot.’