Absentee voting now open

The final countdown has begun for this year’s presidential election, which means that absentee voting is now open.

The absentee voting period starts 28 days before the November 5 general election, which means it became available on October 8.

If you opt to vote absentee, be aware that your ballot must be returned to the county clerk’s office prior to 7 p.m. on election day.

Any voter registered in Wyoming can request an absentee ballot for the general by providing the county clerk with your full name, date of birth, current residence and mailing address and a statement that you are eligible to...