POMEROY — If you are a resident of Meigs County and intend to vote in the Nov. 6, 2012 General Election, then you must be registered to vote by Oct. 9, according to Becky Johnston, director of the Meigs County Board of Elections.

She said that if you have changed your address or if you have moved into the county you can vote in your new precinct and avoid long lines at the Board on Election Day by updating your registration before Oct. 9.

“If you do need to change your address and have access to a computer, you can go to www.myohiovote.com and complete the form online. You can register to vote at this website also. If you have any problems, give us a call for assistance,” said Johnston.

The Meigs County Board of Elections will have extended hours from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Tuesday, October 9 and can come in and register to vote or update any changes you may have to your name or address.

You may also register at the following locations in Meigs County: Meigs County Department of Human Services, Meigs County WIC Office, Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Meigs County Board of MR/DD, Pomeroy Public Library, Middleport Public Library, Eastern Local School Library, Racine Public Library, Meigs County Treasurer’s Office and all area high schools, she said.

For any additional information, residents are invited to call 740-992-2697, or to stop by the office located at 117 E. Memorial Drive, Suite 1, in Pomeroy.