5 Things to Know on Election Day in Troy

Whether you're a first time voter or a longtime pro at casting your ballot, here's a list of things you may want to remember as you head out to polling stations today.

Don't forget to check out Troy Patch's Election Day live blog and results page, which will be updated throughout the day. Also, follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

1. When to vote

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters in line by 8 p.m. will still be permitted to cast their vote, but nobody is allowed to get in line after 8 p.m. Absentee ballots may be turned in until 8 p.m. at the Troy City Clerk's Office.

2. What to bring with you

Every Michigan voter who offers to vote in the polls must comply with the requirement by showing picture identification or signing an affidavit attesting that he or she is not in possession of picture identification. (See MCL 168.523 for voter identification requirement.)

• Voters with picture ID: Voters can satisfy the ID requirement by showing a Michigan driver’s license or a Michigan personal identification card.
• Voters who do not possess either document may show any of the following forms of picture ID as long as it is current:
  -- Driver’s license or personal ID card issued by another state.
  -- Federal or state government-issued photo ID. 
  -- U.S. passport.
  -- Military identification card with photo.
  -- Student identification with photo from a high school or an accredited institution of higher education. 
  --Tribal identification card with photo. 
• Voters without picture ID: Michigan election law anticipates that not all voters will have picture ID. Voters who do not have acceptable picture ID or forgot to bring acceptable picture ID to the polls can vote like any other voter by signing an affidavit.

3. Who to vote for

Troy Patch doesn't endorse candidates or support any issues, but we can tell you who is running and what they've said. For a full list of candidates, issues and proposals – including the Troy Mayor Recall question – visit our Troy Election Guide 2012. You can also find your ballot here.

4. Where to vote

All polling places are handicap accessible; to find your polling location, visit the City of Troy's interactive precinct map or the Michigan Voter Information Center.

5. Check back with Troy Patch

Troy Patch will be covering today's election, bringing you all the information of interest during the day and results and reactions tonight after the polls close. Check back throughout the day for election coverage and to share your thoughts and observations.