Nearly two years after campaigning began, the time has finally arrived to make your pick for president — as well as cast votes in other federal, state and local races.

That's right. Early voting begins today in Florida. Early voting became available in 2002 as part of state election reform legislation to prevent long lines on general Election Day.

During these two weeks, registered voters can go to any designated early voting site to cast ballots. Polls will be open Monday through Saturday through Nov. 1.

Read here to learn more about voting early in Tampa Bay.

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