Early voting has begun in Henry County for the July 24 races for a school board seat and a state judgeship.

Board of Education member Donna McBride is hoping to retain her 4th District seat in a race against challenger Sophe Cook Pope in the July 24 election.

Also on the ballot are Chaundra Lewis and David Brown, who are battling to win a State Court Judge seat on the judiciary.

Early voting is underway at the Henry County Elections and Voter Registration Office, 40 Atlanta Street, in McDonough.

Voting hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the following days:

Tuesday, July 3

Thursday and Friday, July 5 and July 6

Monday through Saturday July 9-14

Monday through Friday July 16-20

Voters should report to their regular polling places on election day, July 24.