Early voting is now underway in Habersham County, giving residents the opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day on May 19, 2026.
According to Derek LaPerriere, senior elections assistant, turnout was already strong as polls opened.
“Early voting started this morning, and we’ve already seen a very good turnout,” LaPerriere said.
Where and when to vote
Voters can cast their ballots now at:
Habersham County Elections Office (Habersham South Precinct)
403 Habersham County Shopping Center, Cornelia
(441 By-Pass near Belk and Pizza Hut)
Beginning the week prior to the election, a second location will also be available:
Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center (Habersham North Precinct)
120 Paul Franklin Road, Clarkesville
All registered Habersham County voters may vote at either location during the advance voting period.
Saturday voting will also be offered at the Elections Office on the first and second Saturdays after early voting begins, with the Aquatic Center open on the second Saturday.
Early voting runs through the Friday before Election Day. Polls on Election Day will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at assigned precincts.
Voters must bring a valid photo ID when voting in person.
Key local races
Several local races are drawing attention this election cycle, including the District 2 County Commission seat and a special election for the District 3 seat following the resignation of former Commissioner Jimmy Tench.
In District 2, candidates Andrea Harper and Shelley Tullis are competing for the seat. Habersham News recently interviewed both candidates, where they shared their views on local issues.
👉 https://habershamnews.com/2026/03/09/district-2-showdown-harper-and-tullis-answer-the-same-questions/
In District 3, voters will choose between Jason Smith and Danny McClellon in the special election. The two candidates also participated in a Q&A with Habersham News.
👉 https://habershamnews.com/2026/03/11/qa-district-3-candidates-share-their-views-ahead-of-county-commission-election/
Sample ballots available
Voters can review a full list of candidates and races by viewing the county’s sample ballots online:
👉 https://www.habershamga.com/sample-ballots.cfm
The deadline to register or make changes to voter registration for this election has already passed.
