More young people are getting out and casting their vote
ESCANABA -- Over the last two Presidential elections, the voting percentage of 18 to 24 year olds has increased by 12 percent. More young people are getting out and casting their vote.
Those at Bay de Noc Community College are working to boost those stats locally.
Nineteen-year-old Steven Busick will be heading to the polls for the first time come this November. That's because he was able to register at Tuesday's voter registration drive at Bay College in Escanaba.
"This was actually kind of nice, just coming during school. That way I don't have to do it in my spare time. It's already done," said Busick.
City and county officials were available to help dozens of students with registration paperwork and the voting process. Information on all the candidates was available as well.
Officials say this age group could play a big role in the elections.
"Normally, the 18-25 year old vote is a good voter turnout," explained Delta County Clerk, Nancy Kolich. "And then as they get busy in their lives, working and having a family, that drops off, until they're in their 40s. So it's important that they at least get out there and get registered, because they're more likely to vote if they're registered."
Bay College hosts this drive every two years. They average around thirty students, like Steven, each year.
If you're still looking to register, you can do so at the Secretary of State's office, or with your county, city or township clerk. The deadline to register is October 4.
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