Ballots Rescanned in Horry County Due to Machine Issues
In a surprising turn of events, Horry County, South Carolina found itself in a bit of a bind as election officials announced they had to rescan some early voting ballots because of some pesky machine scanning issues. Yes, you heard that right! Though we all know that voting should be smooth and simple, sometimes technology just doesn’t want to play nice.
What Happened?
Sandy Martin, the Horry County Elections Director, stepped up to explain the situation. “We received an error in some of the scanners while closing them out,” she said, adding that her team quickly contacted the State Election Commission to discuss the hiccup. After a thorough review, the decision was made to rescanned the affected ballots from early voting sites.
Now, you might be wondering how this all went down. Well, Martin and her dedicated staff, along with a partner company called Print Elect, worked late into the night to ensure that all votes would be rescanned properly. They didn’t head home until everything was complete! Talk about dedication!
Which Precincts Were Affected?
While the good people of Horry County were eager to get results, there was a little confusion regarding which specific precincts were hit by this voting machine snafu. According to updates from SCVOTES, the only precinct that had not reported results when the last updates came out was Windy Hill #2, located in the vibrant area of Barefoot Landing.
Current Status of the Voting Process
As of now, Horry County is sitting pretty at a reporting status of 100% as of 12:35 PM today! This means that, despite the unexpected misadventures with the ballot scanners, all the votes should be accounted for, much to the relief of both officials and voters alike.
What’s Next for Horry County Voters?
So, what does this mean for the residents and voters of Horry County? Well, there’s no need to worry! The final report, which will include all the rescanned ballots, is set to be uploaded soon, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard loud and clear. Martin’s team has been working diligently to make sure the process goes off without a hitch, even though you’ve got to admit this hiccup is certainly not ideal in an election year!
Wrap-Up
In a world where technology can sometimes feel like it has a mind of its own, it’s reassuring to see dedicated public servants like Sandy Martin and her team stepping up to the plate. Election day can be a rollercoaster of emotions, and while this little bump in the road might have raised some eyebrow along the way, the important thing is that every vote is being counted. So, take a deep breath, Horry County! Your democracy is doing just fine, and your voices are being heard!
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