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Election Day in DeKalb: Morning scene

By Ryan Day, Social Media Editor
November 5, 2024
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A vehicle is seen in front of the Westminster church with “vote here” signage taped to the side of it. With today being the presidential election, residents are finding resourceful ways to get others to vote. (Ryan Day | Northern Star)

Why are you voting? Voters reflected on why they headed out to the polls this morning.

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