Voter registration deadline nears

The last day to register to vote in the November 5 election is Tuesday, October 15. Voter registration cards must be postmarked by that date.

Voter registration cards are available at all banks, motor vehicle offices, city halls, rural fire halls, libraries, post offices and the Deschutes County Clerk's Office.

Ballots will be mailed on Friday, October 18.

The ballot includes votes on the governorship, Senate, county commission and several initiatives.