What are the important dates for the 2026 Primary Election?
The Primary is March 3, but here is a schedule of registration deadlines and early voting dates. (PDF will open in a new window)
How do I check my voter registration?
Check your registration at the NC Board of Elections Voter Search web site.
How do I register to vote or change my party affiliation?
Download and complete the NC Board of Elections registration form and follow the instructions to submit it to the Board of Elections. You can also go to your local Board of Elections in person to complete and file the form.
What ID Is Required to Vote?
Use this resource to find out. Link will open a PDF file in a new window.
Links to Boards of Election
Henderson County Board of Elections
North Carolina State Board of Elections
Transylvania County Board of Elections
Polk County Board of Elections
Questions About Voting? Contact the LWVHC Voter Services Chair
12 Reasons Absentee Voting is Safe in NC [PDF; will open in a new window
Note: To check the status of your absentee ballot, go to Your Voter Record under the voting tab at the NC Board of elections site ncsbe.gov.
Understanding North Carolina’s Elections - part 1
Understanding North Carolina’s Elections - part 2
Two short videos that cover NC election changes and safeguards (including ID requirements, absentee ballot signature requirements and more), canvass process, election security, and more...
State BOE Responds to Inaccurate Information
Election Workers Writing on your Ballot Does Not Invalidate Your Ballot
FAQ on Why NC Election Results Are Accurate
Ten Things You Can Do to Help People Vote [Link to LWVUS page]
Impact on Issues: Voting Rights [PDF; will open in a new window.]
Impact on Issues: The Election Process [PDF; will open in a new window.]
John Lewis: Voting Matters [YouTube Video will open in a new window.]
Voter Bill of Rights [PDF; will open in a new window.]
Voting If You've Been Convicted of a Felony [PDF; will open in a new window.]
Here is a list of contact information for Henderson County elected officials at the Federal, State, and Local levels.
Contact List (Will open at PDF in a new window)
