Voters were making their way to the polls in Wapello County on Monday, November 2, as residents took part in the 2026 election process.
The photo shows voters lined up inside a polling location, waiting for their opportunity to cast their ballots. Election officials and poll workers are helping keep the voting process moving as residents take time to participate in the election.
Monday marked the final day for residents to vote early in person ahead of Election Day on Tuesday, November 3.
According to the Wapello County Auditor’s Office, November 2 is the deadline for in-person absentee voting. Residents can cast their ballots at the Wapello County Courthouse, located at 101 West Fourth Street in Ottumwa. Voters are required to bring an acceptable form of identification.
Early voting numbers had been on pace with the 2022 midterm election, according to a report by KYOU-TV published October 29. At that time, approximately 3,000 Wapello County residents had already voted early, with more voters choosing to cast their ballots in person rather than by mail. https://www.kyoutv.com+1
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. Polls throughout Wapello County will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. Voters must go to their assigned precinct polling location. Wapello County, Iowa+1
For additional voting information, visit the Wapello County Elections Office
Photo Credit: Donna Savits, Your Local Newshawk – Ottumwa Radio Group.
Article Source: Wapello County Auditor’s Office. 2026 General Election Information
