It’s Primary Election Day: Here’s What You Need To Know

August 18, 2026

Today, August 18, is primary election day in Escambia County.

“Voting earlier is better,” Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Robert Bender said. “The influx usually grows through the day and tapers off toward evening.”

NorthEscambia.com will have election results tonight on our Facebook page, beginning after polls close at 7 p.m. We will also have complete local and state results on our website and social media channels on Wednesday morning.

Here are the need-to-know tips for voting today in Escambia County:

  • Polls are open 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Anyone in line by 7 p.m. will be allowed to vote.
  • Check your registration status: escambiavotes.gov/am-i-registered , soe@escambiavotes.gov, or (850) 595-3900.
  • Photo and signature ID required for all voters. If you do not present an approved ID, you may vote a provisional ballot.
  • Make only one selection per contest on your ballot.
  • You can view your sample ballot online at EscambiaVotes.gov/sample-ballots.
  • Study and mark your sample ballot and bring it with you to the polls.
  • You may not return your voted absentee ballot to your precinct on Election Day. It must be received in the Elections Office by 7 p.m. Election Day.
  • If you requested a vote-by-mail ballot but chose not to return it and wish to vote at your polling place instead,  bring your ballot with you so it can be canceled.
  • Registration books closed on July 20th – new registrations for this election may not be made at the polls.
  • Early voting ended August 15th. If you have not yet voted or did not request an absentee ballot, you must go to your designated precinct on Election Day.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under FRONT TOP