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Texas
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TODAY is the last day to early vote in the Nov 3 General Election. There are 5 voting centers in Smith County that are open until 7pm. On Thursday, 4,997 people voted in Smith County. With 2,652 mail-in ballots, that brings the total number of ballots cast to 61,364 so far.
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On Tuesday, 5,051 people voted. With 2,459 mail-in ballots, that brings the total # of ballots cast to 51,293. In the last midterm general election in 2022, there were 155,069 registered voters, and 49,035 early votes. We surpassed that with 3 more days of early voting.
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On Monday, 5,414 people voted in Smith County. With 2,359 mail-in ballots received, that brings the total number of ballots cast to 46,142 so far. Five early voting locations are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. today through Friday, October 30. smith-county.com
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In the first 7 days of early voting, a total of 40,578 in-person and mail-in ballots have been cast in Smith County. Five early voting locations are open from 7-7 today through Friday, Oct 30. smith-county.com
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WEEKEND VOTING! If you didn’t make it to the polls this week, you can vote today or tomorrow! There are 5 early voting locations in Smith County open from 7-7 Saturday and 9-3 Sunday. smith-county.com
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The Smith County Sheriff's Office is hiring a telecommunicator. They operate the emergency 9-1-1 system to dispatch law enforcement, fire and EMS in Smith County. governmentjobs.com/careers/s…
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On Thursday, 5,811 people voted at the 5 early voting centers in Smith County. With 1,729 mail-in ballots received, there have been 25,402 ballots cast so far. The voting centers are open until 5pm today, Oct 23. They will also be open for weekend voting! smith-county.com
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On Tuesday, 5,982 ballots were cast at the 5 voting centers. With 1,568 mail-in ballots received, that brings the total votes to 13,409 so far. For times and locations, visit smith-county.com #VoteEarly
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The Smith County Law Librarian is hiring a part-time Law Library Specialist to work 24 hours per week, assisting the public and pro se litigants by providing legal information and materials upon request. For more information or to apply, visit: governmentjobs.com/careers/s…
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There is a large controlled burn happening today at Toll 49 and Rhones Quarter Road.
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The first day of early voting saw 5,859 ballots cast in Smith County. There are 1,301 mail-in ballots, bringing the total votes so far to 7,160. Early voting for the November 3 General Election will run through October 30.
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The Smith County District Clerk’s Office announced that jury duty has been cancelled for 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2026. If you have a summons to report either time tomorrow for jury duty at the Smith County Courthouse, you do not have to report.
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Early voting in the Nov 3 General Election will run from October 19-30 at 5 voting centers in Smith County. National, state and local races will be on the ballot. For more information, visit smith-county.com and click on the banner at the top of the page.
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The Smith County Elections Office has received questions from voters whether ballots contain official markings. Ballots are required by Texas law to have a serial # AND the initials of the early voting clerk or signature of the presiding judge for the election day locations.
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The Smith County District Clerk’s Office announced that jury duty has been cancelled for Monday, October 12, 2026. If you have a summons to report Monday for jury duty at the Smith County Courthouse, you do not have to report. Have a great weekend! smith-county.com/316/Jury-Du…
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Personnel from volunteer and private sector organizations and local and state emergency mgt agencies gathered at the Smith County EOC to learn about debris management. Getting debris off roads is only half the battle. They learned to separate, monitor and track different debris.
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The Smith County Juvenile Services Department is hiring a Licensed Professional Counselor for mental health counseling to youth housed at the Smith County Juvenile Attention Center. governmentjobs.com/careers/s…
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The Smith County Juvenile Services Department is hiring a Director of Mental Health Services. The position provides leadership, clinical oversight and coordination of mental health services for youth involved in the juvenile justice system. governmentjobs.com/careers/s…
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After receiving much needed rain over the last few days, the Smith County Burn Ban has been lifted early! smith-county.com
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