Virginia Primary Election Guide | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Virginia voters head to the polls Tuesday, August 4, for critical primary elections that will determine who represents their party in November’s general election. With races for U.S. Senate, House seats, and local offices on the line, early voting ended August 1—but Election Day is still your chance to vote. Polls open at 6 AM and close at 7 PM; if you’re in line by then, you’re good to go. Check your polling place and registration via the Virginia Department of Elections. If your area offers both Democratic and Republican ballots, pick one—you can’t vote in both. High stakes: seven Democrats…