Bowling Green Gears Up for Election Season
Bowling Green, Ky. – It’s that exciting time of year again, folks! The leaves are changing color, and along with the crisp air comes the anticipation of election season. It’s crucial to make your voice heard, and we have all the information you need to prepare for early voting and Election Day right here.
Early Voting Details
Mark your calendars! In-person early voting takes place on October 31 and November 1-2. Polling locations will be open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at a number of convenient spots in Bowling Green:
- Ephram White Park Gymnasium – 885 Mount Olivet Road
- Living Hope Baptist Church Gymnasium – 1805 Westen St.
- Michael O Buchanon Park Gymnasium – 9222 Nashville Road
- Phil Moore Park Gymnasium – 7101 Scottsville Road in Alvaton
- Sugar Maple Square – 1347 KY Highway 185
If you’re in need of a mail ballot, you can drop it off at the Warren County Clerk’s Office located at 429 E. 10th St, Suite 100 in Bowling Green.
Let’s Talk Election Day!
When Election Day rolls around on November 5, keep in mind that you’ll be able to cast your vote at the same locations where early voting took place. This simplification has of course been made to help voters easily find their polling places:
- Ephram White Park – 885 Mt. Olivet Road
- Living Hope Baptist Church Gymnasium – 1805 Westen St.
- Michael O Buchanon Park Gymnasium – 9222 Nashville Road
- Cumberland Trace Elementary – 2464 Cumberland Trace Road
- Phil Moore Park – 7101 Scottsville Road in Alvaton
- Sugar Maple Square – 1347 KY Highway 185
- Warren Central High School – 559 Morgantown Road
- Warren Co Cooperative Extension – 5162 Russellville Road
- Eastwood Baptist Church – 500 Eastwood St.
- First Baptist Church Gym – 621 East 12th Ave.
- Smiths Grove United Methodist Church – 333 N. Main St.
- State Street Baptist Church – 340 State St.
- Holy Spirit Catholic Church – 4754 Smallhouse Road
- Richardsville Community Center – 1775 Richardsville Road
Voting in Adjacent Counties
It’s not just Bowling Green that’s fired up for the elections; nearby counties are also throwing open their doors for voters! Here’s a quick overview for those living in Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, and Simpson Counties:
- Allen County: Early voting at City County Building, with Election Day votes at multiple local sites.
- Barren County: Cast your early vote at the Barren County Extension Office and on Election Day at various community hubs.
- Butler County: Check out the Butler County Courthouse for early voting and precinct-specific locations on November 5.
- Edmonson County: A variety of early voting sites await at the Community Center and even more on Election Day.
- Hart County: Stop by the courthouse for early voting and then choose from numerous polling places on the big day.
- Logan County: Get your early votes in at the Extension Office, with several accessible spots on Election Day.
- Metcalfe County: Drop those mail ballots off at the new government building, followed by early voting dates.
- Simpson County: Early voting will happen at the First United Methodist Church, with designated locations on November 5.
The Finish Line is Just Ahead!
As the days draw closer to Election Day, be sure to keep this cheat sheet handy! Whether you’re voting early or on the actual day, your participation matters. Voting is your chance to express your opinions and impact your community.
So, gather your friends and family, make the plan to head to the polls, and most importantly, make your vote count! And don’t forget to stay tuned for more updates as we navigate through this important season together.
