3 Things You Need to Know:
Early Voting Starts Tuesday: The countdown to Election Day is on! Early voting for the 2026 General Election starts Tuesday, October 6. The deadline to register is Monday, October 5. Make your plan now and find everything you need at VoteOhio.gov.
Voting Hours For October 2026Enhanced Audit of Voter Rolls: Voter registration records will get an extra layer of review. An enhanced audit process will regularly compare records from all 88 county boards with the statewide database. It’s another step to keep voter information accurate and reliable. Read more here.
16,888 New Business Filings in September: Our hardworking Business Services team is proud to report that 16,888 new businesses were registered in September, bringing the 2026 total to 161,958. As the starting point for all new businesses in the state, our office provides essential resources for entrepreneurs. Check out Ohio's Business Data Dashboard for more detailed information!
Verify Ohio Weekly Update:
Question:
How does Ohio ensure our voting machines are ready for Election Day?
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Before every election, bipartisan experts in all 88 Ohio county boards of elections conduct a full battery of public logic and accuracy (L&A) testing on all voting equipment.
L&A testing puts every ballot style and voting system component through a systematic pre-election test to make sure:
Ballots are read correctly
Votes are tabulated accurately
Equipment is properly secured and sealed to verify the machines are not tampered with
Learn more about how Ohio protects the security and accuracy of our elections here.
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Updates From Across Ohio
History and our current election process came together at the Hilliard Heritage Day. Visitors explored an 1800s mobile voting wagon, tried modern voting equipment, and chose their favorite parts of the event. Thanks to the Franklin County Board of Elections and the Hilliard Historical Society, community members also had a chance to register to vote and learn about becoming poll workers before Election Day.
Secretary Frank LaRose welcomed First Secretary Joshua Lim and Political Counselor Matthew Chan from the Embassy of Singapore for a conversation about Ohio’s election preparations and political landscape. They also discussed Ohio’s business climate and the strong economic ties between Ohio and Singapore.
Students from Kent State University’s Columbus Program ventured to our office for a conversation about Ohio elections, the work of the Secretary of State’s office, and careers in public service. The students met with Secretary LaRose and also discussed ways to stay involved in their communities, including voting and serving as poll workers.
Eastern Regional Fiona Ruminski presented a proclamation to the owners of Midtown Market at Theo ribbon-cutting. This venue is multipurpose, with food and entertainment options for all ages. In the photo are Justin and Lisa Brown, and Aaron and Kelsey Neff.
Huron County welcomed PEOs for a training to help them feel prepared and confident ahead of the November General Election. Their time and dedication help make Ohio's Election Day a secure and accessible.
Members of the media got a behind-the-scenes look at election preparations during the Hamilton County Board of Elections’ Behind the Ballot tour. The visit offered a closer look at the people and work that help make the November General Election possible.
In Case You Missed It:
Officials Warn of ‘Misleading’ Voter Registration Information
With one week left before the registration deadline, elections officials are urging voters to use trusted sources when updating or verifying their registration.
Ohio Secretary of State Eyes Removal of More Than 200,000 Inactive Voters in Early 2027
More than 200,000 Ohio voters are scheduled for removal from the voter rolls this January. Ohio’s 2027 Registration Readiness list identified 208,856 inactive voters who are scheduled for removal from voter rolls on Jan. 27, 2027. This process is part of the state’s legally required General Voter Records Maintenance Program.
Secretary Frank LaRose on Ohio election security: 'Easy to Vote, Hard to Cheat'
With the election just over a month away, there are things people here in the Miami Valley need to know.
2 NEWS spoke with Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose about dates you should be aware of and steps you should take before heading to the polls.