The Current has compiled this resource page to help Coastal Georgia voters make informed decisions. This content includes links to nonpartisan election reporting and access to tools that you can use to conduct your own research.
EARLY VOTING FOR THE RUNOFF ENDS FRIDAY
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 28-Dec. 2 week is mandatory for all counties. Some hours may vary, so check your county (below) for updates.
County information as it is available:
- Bryan County
- Chatham County – Check line wait times at each location here.
- Camden County
- Liberty County: Call for information 912-876-3310. Board office: 100 N. Main St., Suite 1600, Hinesville
- McIntosh County – Call (912) 437-6605 for more information. McIntosh County Board of Elections and Registration Office, 103 Jefferson St., Darien (across from Darien Post Office) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
- Glynn County
APPLY FOR AN ABSENTEE BALLOT HERE – Must be returned directly to county elections office or drop box by 7 p.m. Dec. 6. Precinct workers cannot accept them on Election Day.
TRACK YOUR ABSENTEE BALLOT
MISS A DEBATE? WATCH THEM HERE.
CHECK YOUR REGISTRATION STATUS – Don’t take it for granted. The decennial reapportionment has changed voting districts and some polling locations.
FAQ for registration, checks
CLICK HERE FOR A SAMPLE BALLOT
- Ballots will be available after you log in to the My Voter Page at https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/ It will show your ballot for your precinct, voting districts for each race on your ballot.
- You may also view a sample ballot at voting precincts.
VOTING NEWS
Georgia utility commission races test party loyalty after recent power bill hikes
Voters in Georgia are paying more attention to the Public Service Commission races this November, as concerns about data center growth and pocketbook issues override traditional party lines, with many voters hoping for a change in direction from the powerful utility commission.
Joyce Griggs leads Democratic primary runoff in fifth run for Congress
Despite her unsuccessful bids for Congress and professional misconduct, Joyce Griggs has the inside track to win the Democratic nomination for Coastal Georgia’s congressional seat in 2024 due to her name recognition and resilience.
Hollowell mobilizes supporters for key Coastal Georgia runoff
Amanda Hollowell, a first-time candidate for Coastal Georgia’s seat in Congress, is relying on her “intergenerational, multiracial coalition” of volunteers and donors to help her win the primary runoff against Joyce Griggs, who had a 10% lead in the first round of voting.
Georgia governor adds property tax referendums to special session
Gov. Brian Kemp has added three new tasks to the June special session, including confirming appointments made by Kemp, formally approving the gas tax suspension, and allowing certain local property tax referendums to be added to the November ballot.
Collins, Dooley clash on immigration, ethics in GOP Senate debate
In the Republican nomination debate for U.S. Senate, Congressman Mike Collins and former football coach Derek Dooley exchanged jabs over immigration policy and a U.S. House ethics investigation, while U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff and Democratic nominee for Georgia governor Keisha Lance Bottoms showed Democratic unity at a joint campaign event.
Georgia officials kicked off an audit of this month’s election. What does that actually entail?
Georgia officials have kicked off a statewide risk-limiting audit to verify the accuracy of the May 19 election results, using a random sample of ballots and a 10-sided die to ensure transparency and integrity.
Atlanta Press Club to host final debates for Georgia runoff elections
The Atlanta Press Club is hosting livestreamed debates for runoff elections in Georgia, featuring candidates for U.S. Senate, Public Service Commission, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Governor, State School Superintendent, 11th Congressional District, Labor Commissioner, Insurance Commissioner, 1st Congressional District, and Fulton County Commission Chair.
Democrats outdraw GOP in Georgia primary as turnout flips from 2022
Democrats had a strong showing in Tuesday’s primary election in Georgia, with turnout up by half from the 2022 primary, while Republican turnout fell by a quarter.
Take two: These Democratic, Republican statewide races are headed to June runoffs
Georgia voters will return to the polls on June 16 to decide a number of statewide races, including Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Insurance Commissioner, Labor Commissioner, State School Superintendent, and Public Service Commission, District 5.
Georgia Public Service Commission race heads to June runoff
After the primary elections, the field of candidates to fill an open seat on the state Public Service Commission has narrowed, with a rematch of last year’s District 3 race between a current commissioner and a former commissioner likely, and a runoff in the District 5 Republican primary.
Buddy Carter’s $8.1 million Senate bid ends in defeat
Coastal Georgia’s Buddy Carter lost the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate, finishing third, despite spending millions of his own cash.
Some close calls in Liberty County general primary
Two closely-watched Democratic races – U.S. House District 1 and Board of Commissioners District 1 – are headed for a June 16 runoff because no candidate in the race got 50% plus one vote, as Georgia law requires.
Victorious Jim Kingston awaits November opponent
Jim Kingston won the Republican primary for Coastal Georgia’s 1st District Congressional seat with 52.7% of the vote, and will face either Joyce Griggs or Amanda Hollowell in the general election in November.
Georgia U.S. Senate race continues on with Collins, Dooley runoff on GOP side
Georgia’s U.S. Senate primary race is headed to a runoff on the Republican side between Congressman Mike Collins and former University of Tennessee football coach Derek Dooley, with the winner facing Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff in November’s general election.
Moss wins literacy gamble, reelected Chatham school board president
Roger Moss won 51.7% of the vote to 48.9% for his challenger, Dr. Dionne Hoskins-Brown, in the Savannah-Chatham County School Board election, securing a second four-year term as board president.
Early voting information
Who pays for campaigns?
Open Secrets – a database reporting on funding for candidates, data, lobbyists, PACS and donors.
Transparent Savannah – databases for campaign contributions to Chatham County candidates.
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