Early voting for Tennessee’s August 6 primary and local general elections officially kicked off on Friday, July 17, drawing hundreds of residents to the polls across the region. Voters are casting early ballots for the Federal and State Primary, County General, and municipal elections.

While May’s Republican primary settled several local contests in Cumberland, Roane, and surrounding counties—leaving a handful of candidates running unopposed—key local choices remain on the ballot. Residents still face deciding votes for key local seats on County Commissions and City Councils.

National and statewide attention centers on the headline-grabbing, three-way primary for the Republican nomination for Governor of Tennessee. The high-profile contest features:

• Monty Fritz: Roane County resident
• Marsha Blackburn: U.S. Senator
• John Rose: U.S. Congressman

The winner of the August 6 primary will secure the Republican nomination and advance to the November General Election to face the Democratic nominee.

Initial Turnout Numbers

Local election commissions reported initial weekend turnout figures, reflecting steady early engagement across county lines:

Early voting continues through the coming weeks leading up to Election Day on August 6.