Voter registration deadline swiftly approaching

By Bryant Thigpen Riverbend News Although the Tuesday, Nov. 3 Presidential Election is still nearly two months away, the registration deadline is even closer for those planning to vote in the upcoming election. According to the Florida Department of State, Division of Elections, the last day to register to vote in the general election is Monday, Oct. 5, whether one is registering in person, by mail or online. Eligible individuals, of course, can register to vote at any time of the year. But in order to participate in a particular upcoming election, the registration must be completed 29 days prior to the election, according to the Division of Elections. Registrations must also