There are a few ways voters can avoid Election Day crowds.
Early voting began April 9 at Wayne County Courthouse, and there might just be one or two voters, if any, there at any given time.
And, some residents qualify to vote from the comfort of their home.
Those who are eligible to cast absentee ballots by mail must submit an application by 11:59 p.m. April 25.
There are 12 criteria allowing Hoosiers to vote via mail.
Those include being 65 or older, disabled, absent from the county on Election Day, scheduled to work all 12 hours the polls are open, or confined to a home, health care facility or hospital because of illness or injury.
To request an absentee application via mail, call 765-973-9226 or email voters@co.wayne.in.us. The form also can be downloaded at indianavoters.com.
Those who are confined or caring for a confined person who want an absentee voter board to visit their residence must apply by noon Monday, May 6.
Four vote centers will be open April 29 through May 3. Voters can also cast ballots on two Saturdays (April 27 and May 4) at First Bank Kuhlman Center and the courthouse. Eight vote centers will be open May 7.
For general election information, call 765-973-9304.
A version of this article appeared in the April 10 2024 print edition of the Western Wayne News.