Early In-Person Voting Opens Across Virginia for Midterm Elections
Early in-person voting has officially begun across Virginia for the midterm elections, featuring races unique to different localities and a statewide contest between incumbent Democrat Mark Warner and Republican Bert Mizusawa.
Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, September 18, 2026 —
Early in-person voting for Virginia’s midterm elections commenced officially this week, providing registered voters across the Commonwealth with an opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day.
The election cycle features a variety of contests, including races specific to individual localities, alongside a prominent statewide election. The statewide race centers on the contest between the incumbent Democrat, Mark Warner, and his Republican challenger, Bert Mizusawa.
Voters participating in the early in-person voting period can cast their ballots at designated polling locations. The exact dates and hours for early voting can vary by locality, and voters are encouraged to confirm details with their respective local election officials. These early voting periods are established to offer greater flexibility for citizens to exercise their right to vote.
The midterm elections are a significant electoral event, determining representation across various levels of government. The outcome of the statewide race between Mark Warner and Bert Mizusawa is expected to be closely watched, as are the results of numerous local contests that will shape governance at the community level throughout Virginia.
As early voting is now underway, election officials are emphasizing the importance of voter turnout. Information regarding polling locations, voter registration status, and election rules is typically available through the Virginia Department of Elections website and local electoral boards.
Story summarized from the original created by Cheyenne Pagan on www.wavy.com, see more information here.
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