Area residents have until Oct. 8 to register to vote

The November election is approaching, and Lampasas County residents have just a little over a month to register to vote.

According to the election office, residents must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old by Election Day and not a convicted felon.

Residents are advised that the voter registration will become effective 30 days after it is received or on one’s 18th birthday, whichever is later, …