Smithfield Presbyterian Church named new polling location for upcoming election

All future voting will take place at the church beginning Nov. 4, with absentee options still available through the Jefferson County Board of Elections

The new polling site for the upcoming election—and all future elections—will now be located in Smithfield.

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Published October 21, 2025 - 5:00 a.m.

The new polling site for the upcoming election—and all future elections—will now be located in Smithfield. Voting will take place at the Smithfield Presbyterian Church.

Absentee voting remains available, and absentee ballot forms can be picked up at the Adena Village Office. Information about upcoming levies is available through the Jefferson County Board of Elections.

Voting will be held Tuesday, Nov. 4.

Smithfield Presbyterian Church is located at 1154 Main St., Smithfield,.

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