FAQ: Newport News Primary Elections 2025

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City Hall (Downtown)

2400 Washington Ave, 6th Floor
Newport News, VA 23607

This location is: CURRENTLY CLOSED

Open May 2 – June 14
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Special Hours:  Open Saturday, June 7, 2025 & Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

City Center (Oyster Point)

700 Town Center Drive
Newport News, VA 23606

This location is: CURRENTLY CLOSED

Open May 6 – June 14
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesdays & Thursdays
Special Hours:  Open Saturday, June 7, 2025 & Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Denbigh Community Center

15198 Warwick Blvd. Room 152
Newport News, VA 23608

This location is: CURRENTLY CLOSED

Open June 2 – June 14
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Mondays & Wednesdays
Special Hours:  Open Saturday, June 7, 2025 & Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Primary Frequently Asked Questions

Vote early in-person: Newport News early in-person voting for the 2025 primary starts on Friday, May 2, 2025 and goes until Saturday, June 14, 2025.

Vote on election day:  June 17 at your usual polling location.

The race for Commonwealth's Attorney is only on the democratic primary ballot, and Howard Gwynn would appreciate your vote.

The Virginia primary elections in Newport News will be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025

The race for Commonwealth's Attorney is one that will be on the democratic primary ballot, and Howard Gwynn would appreciate your vote.

Yes!  Newport News early in-person voting for the 2025 primary starts on Friday, May 2, 2025 and goes until Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM. You can pick from any of the locations below to early-vote.

City Hall
2400 Washington Ave, 6th floor
M-F, 8:00 to 5:00

City Center
700 Town Center Drive
Tues. & Thurs., 8:00 to 5:00

Denbigh Community Center
15198 Warwick Blvd. Room 152
Opening June 2, Mon. & Wed., 8:00 to 5:00

The race for Commonwealth's Attorney is one that will be on the democratic primary ballot in Newport News, and Howard Gwynn would appreciate your vote.

Howard's campaign team strongly recommends early voting!  It allows you to vote on a day that is convenient for you and not risk something unexpected happening on election day that prevents you from being able to make it to the polls.

There are 3 locations for early voting, and registered Newport News voters can vote at any of the three locations.  Your address and normal voting location do not matter for early voting. As long as you are registered in Newport News, you can pick any of the following locations to early vote:

City Hall
2400 Washington Ave, 6th floor
M-F, 8:00 to 5:00

City Center
700 Town Center Drive
Tues. & Thurs., 8:00 to 5:00

Denbigh Community Center
15198 Warwick Blvd. Room 152
Opening June 2, Mon. & Wed., 8:00 to 5:00

The race for Commonwealth's Attorney is one that will be on the democratic primary ballot in Newport News, and Howard Gwynn would appreciate your vote.

The 2025 general election for Newport News will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. 

But the race for Commonwealth's Attorney will likely be decided by the outcome of the June 17 Democratic Primary, which is the day that Howard Gwynn asks for you vote.

If you plan to vote on election day, you can use this link to find your local polling place or to update your address in Newport News for the 2025 elections.

If you plan to early vote in-person between May 2 to June 14, you can pick from any of these three locations:

City Hall
2400 Washington Ave, 6th floor
M-F, 8:00 to 5:00

City Center
700 Town Center Drive
Tues. & Thurs., 8:00 to 5:00

Denbigh Community Center
15198 Warwick Blvd. Room 152
Opening June 2, Mon. & Wed., 8:00 to 5:00

The race for Commonwealth's Attorney is one that will be on the democratic primary ballot in Newport News, and Howard Gwynn would appreciate your vote.

No. Virginia residents do not register by party, and are all free to vote in whichever primary elections they wish to.  When you arrive at your polling location you will be asked whether you want the Democratic or Republican ballot.  The race for Commonwealth's Attorney is only on the Democratic Ballot, and Howard Gwynn would appreciate your vote.

The outcome of the Commonwealth's Attorney's race will likely depend on this primary.

Yes, as long as you've had your rights restored.

To discover more information and apply to have your rights restored, you can visit this link. 

Local elections matter because they directly shape the daily lives of citizens, from public safety and education to infrastructure and community services. By voting in these elections, you help decide who will make decisions about the issues that impact your neighborhood and city most directly. Every vote carries weight, and participating is a powerful way to ensure your voice contributes to creating a vibrant, responsive, and thriving community.

There are no contribution limits in Virginia, so you may donate as much or as little as you wish. 

Howard sincerely appreciates donations in any amount, as his campaign is funded by individuals and small businesses who care about public safety in Newport News and the entire Peninsula.

We can accept contributions from any individual, corporation, limited liability company, union, association, or partnership. We are required by law to collect and report certain information identifying contributors, including an address and occupation.

We cannot accept contributions from a person who is a foreign national, unless they have a valid green card.

We cannot accept contributions from foreign corporations. 

Yes!  Howard appreciates your support, no matter where you live or vote. While only Newport News Registered Voters will be able to cast their vote for Howard, anyone can donate to the campaign and volunteer for the campaign, regardless of where you live or vote.

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