Early voting for primaries begins across Tampa Bay

How it works: You'll need a photo ID, which can be a driver's license, a U.S. passport or other forms.

• Hillsborough opened its sites on Aug. 5, and will run through Aug. 18. Early voting in Citrus is Aug. 9-17.
• The window in Hernando, Manatee, Pasco and Polk counties is from Aug. 10-17. Pinellas and Sarasota go from Aug. 10 to Aug. 18.

Between the lines: Florida is a closed primary state. However, the Aug. 20 primary includes open races (school board seats, for one), in which all voters can cast a ballot.