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Early voting turnout up 55% from 2022 on first day in Watauga

Early voting in Watauga County drew 1,504 voters on its first day, exceeding the 2022 midterm first-day total by more than 500 votes, according to the county Board of Elections.

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♥ Why this matters

Fifteen hundred and four voters showed up on day one of early voting in Watauga County. That is fifty-five percent more than the 2022 midterms pulled on their opening day, a swing of over five hundred votes. The county Board of Elections is tracking it. Early voting is open, and the turnout numbers suggest people are paying attention this time around.

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