It's Election Day here in Mecosta County, along with voting on the next Governor and three important proposals, residents will also be help decide on a number of contested races including the 2^nd Congressional District, the 100^th District State House seat, the 34^th District State Senate seat.

Local voters will also decide on a number of local proposals including the library millage renewal proposition in Big Rapids Township and a marijuana ordinance proposal in Wheatland Township.

Finally, depending on the district you live, residents will be deciding on members of their local school board including, Big Rapids, Chippewa Hills, and Morley-Stanwood.

The polls open 7am this morning and close at 8pm tonight.