As we look ahead to this year's elections, Patch is devoted to bringing you the information you need about every race in the area. Here's some information on the candidates and issues we have and will continue to cover as the general election draw near. Bookmark this page for updates.

Voting Information:

• Sample Ballot: To see the sample ballot for the Nov. 6, General Election in Fulton County, click here.
• Polling locations: To find your polling location and precinct, click here.
• Early Voting: You may advance vote in Fulton County from Oct.15 to Nov. 2. You can find full information on how to do so here.

Find the closest advance voting locations and times: 

Races:

LOCAL:

• Fulton County Sheriff
• Fulton Tax Commissioner

STATE:

• Senate District 56 - A Democrat from Roswell, Akhtar Sadiq, has thrown his hat into the ring for the state Senate District 56 seat, guaranteeing a challenge for Albers, the Republican incumbent. Albers represents District 56, a small portion of Johns Creek. 
• Senate District 48 - David Shafer-R will run unopposed for State Senate. Shafer, a Duluth resident, represents District 48.
• House District 50 - Lynne Riley-R, will run unopposed for the State House. Riley, from Johns Creek, represents District 50.
• Public Service Commissioner

NATIONAL:

• U.S. Representative, District 6 - Incumbent Congressman Tom Price, R-Roswell will face Jeff Kazanow, D-Roswell, during the November election.
• U.S. President

Ballot Issues

• Ballot Question: "Shall the Constitution of Georgia be amended to allow state or local approval of public charter schools upon the request of local communities?"
• Ballot Question: "Shall the Constitution of Georgia be amended so as to provide for a reduction in the state's operating costs by allowing the General Assembly to authorize certain state agencies to enter into multiyear rental agreements?"