Early voting is open in Dubuque County: where and when to cast your ballot before Nov. 3

DUBUQUE: In-person absentee voting for the Nov. 3 general election opened Wednesday at the Dubuque County Elections Office, 880 Central Ave., weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through Monday, Nov. 2. The office adds extended hours on select days, including three Saturdays. The first satellite voting site is open today in Cascade: City Hall, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Others follow at Loras College, Dyersville Social Center, the University of Dubuque Heritage Center, Dubuque County West Campus, Worthington Community Center and Asbury City Hall, each open only on its listed date and hours. Two deadlines land Monday, Oct. 19 at 5 p.m.: pre-registering to vote, and requesting a mail-in absentee ballot. Bring a valid ID to vote early in person. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, with polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.