Get Out The Vote: Today Is Election Day

The seemingly endless television ads, campaign flyers and phone calls are about to stop. Today is election day! To make sure that you're prepared, see the checklist below:

1) Know How to Vote

Take a few minutes before heading to the polls to review the . It has all of the issues and candidates you'll see on the real ballot Tuesday.

2) Know Where To Vote

Do you know where to cast your ballot? You can find out by using this handy Polling Place Locator from the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections. Voting hours are 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. For questions, call the board at (216) 443-3200

3) Bring Identification

You will need to prove that you are who you claim to be when you go to vote. Acceptable forms of identification include a state ID, a driver's license, a government ID or military identification. All photo IDs must show your name and address.

For more information on acceptable forms of ID, visit the Secretary of State's website.

4) Keep Us Updated

Save this email: kate.spirgen@patch.com! Let us know how the polls look, how long it's taking you to vote, and even how you're voting. Or, leave us a note in the comments section. After all, today is all about making your voice heard.

5) See the Results

If you want up-to-date more election information, make sure to visit the homepage for ongoing coverage of the Issue 2 debate, school board candidate profiles and more.

You can also follow our Elections 2011 Facebook page and get constant updates on Twitter.