News-Gazette Election 2022: Candidate petitions usher in new election season (includes LWVCC comments)

LWVCC participated in a story by Ethan Simmons of the News-Gazette on the upcoming primary and general election.  The full article is on the News-Gazette online site and includes comments from LWVCC Voter Ready co-chairs Karen Fresco and Ann Prisland. 

Some key points from the article:

• Candidates for the elections may be coming to your door soon, seeking signature for petitions to run.
• This year many offices are up for election due to the census and redistricting.
• January 14-17, to participate in the MLK Weekend of Service, LWVCC is collaborating with student and local organizations in a virtual voter registration drive.
• Vote-by-mail information including the new permanent vote-by-mail list and information on registering.
• Information from Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons about polling places, drop boxes and the importance of voting.

Check out the News Gazette site  to get the details.