Voters we talked to say they feel like it's their duty to come out and vote.

Sue Topping of Eau Claire says, "I believe voting is a privilege."

Lynette Schulz of Eau Claire says, "That's our privilege we get to do this."

Voters lined up before the doors even opened at local polling places in Eau Claire, anxious to have a voice.

Frank Biermeier of Eau Claire says, "These politicians are supposed to work for us and this is our way of saying, please, do what we ask."

County Clerks say voter turnout is expected to be high as an exciting election is heating up.

Lynette Schulz "I think there's a lot of interest this year compared to the past."

Frank Piermeier "It's kind of a turning point of our country. Are we separating or coming together?"

Voters are strongly supporting their candidates of choice. They say that's why they're coming out.

Frank Biermeier says, "I'm always a firm believer that a woman should be a leader. I'm a very open minded individual and I think the country could be run very well by a woman."

It's been 8 years since we've had a new president, and that's why voters say they're ready for a change.

Frank Biermeier says, "I'm not saying we need to change the car, we need to change the driver."

Just getting the opportunity to choose a candidate is what voters say they love most about this country.

Frank Biermeier says, "This is what makes America great. Being able to vote like this and express ourselves.”

Eau Claire and Chippewa Counties say they're happy with the numbers they've been getting today.

Chippewa County is reporting the highest number of voter turnout they've had in decades.