Long Lines Reported at The Hub on First Day of Early Voting
Smith County reported long lines at "The Hub" in downtown Tyler on the first day of early voting. Voters were advised to use alternative locations or designated parking due to ongoing construction near the polling site.
Tyler Longview, TX, October 20, 2026 —
Long lines were reported at The Hub in downtown Tyler on the first day of early voting, according to Smith County. Voters were advised to consider alternative voting locations or use designated parking because construction was ongoing near the polling site.
The report did not specify how long voters waited, how many people were in line, or which alternative locations were available. It also did not provide details about the construction or identify the designated parking areas.
The information provided does not state when early voting began or how long the lines continued. Smith County’s advisory focused on options for voters navigating conditions near The Hub: choosing another location or using designated parking.
No further details were provided about changes to polling operations or whether additional guidance was issued. The available report describes long lines and nearby construction but does not include estimates of their duration or the number of voters affected.
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