Columbus County recorded 6,281 early votes during the 2026 Primary Election’s one‑stop voting period, according to preliminary figures from the county’s Board of Elections. The turnout reflects steady participation across the county’s designated early voting sites, with final numbers expected to adjust slightly as same‑day registrations are processed.
Turnout Overview
- Total Early Votes: 6,281
- Voting Period: February 12 – March 1, 2026
- Election Day: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
While full precinct‑level breakdowns have not yet been released, the county’s early voting numbers show moderate engagement compared to recent midterm cycles. Election officials say interest in local races helped drive turnout.
Party Participation and Unaffiliated Voters
Though Columbus County’s final party breakdown is pending, statewide trends show a strong turnout among unaffiliated voters, many of whom selected Democratic ballots in competitive local contests. Republican participation remained solid, with GOP ballots leading in several rural precincts.
Voting Sites and Daily Patterns
Columbus County operated multiple early voting locations, including:
- Board of Elections Office in Whiteville
- Tabor City District Court Building
- Fair Bluff Town Hall
Turnout peaked in the final three days of early voting, with the largest single‑day total recorded on Saturday, March 1, just before the window closed.
What’s Next
Election Day voting continues Tuesday, March 3, with polls open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Voters who missed the early voting period must vote at their assigned precinct. Final turnout figures, including same‑day registrations and absentee ballots, will be certified later this month.
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