Montana voters have already returned more than 188,595 ballots in this year's primary election as of Monday morning, according to the Secretary of State's website — and polls remain open for those who haven't cast their vote yet.

With roughly 665,000 registered voters statewide, turnout in recent primaries has run between 39 and 41 percent — figures from the 2022 and 2024 cycles. Whether this year tracks similarly or diverges will become clearer as election day draws closer.

Helena-area voters who have not yet returned a mail ballot can do so at drop boxes or deliver it in person to the Lewis and Clark County Election Office. Voters who prefer to cast a ballot in person on election day can do so at their assigned polling location. The Secretary of State's office has published a full rundown of options, deadlines, and polling place information on its website for any voter who needs a refresher.