Election Day finally arrives Tuesday, Nov. 8, with polls open between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Our October election guide contains ballot, voter I.D., polling place and candidate information. For a final refresher, here is a recap of prominent contested races affecting Katy voters.

U.S. House District 9

Democratic candidate Al Green has received 79.61 percent/34,462 votes while Republican candidate Jeff Martin has received 20.39 percent/8,828 votes Incumbent Al Green, D-Houston, faces Republican challenger Jeff Martin for the U.S. House District 9 seat. The candidates were asked for their thoughts on legislative priorities, experience and challenges facing the district in our Q&A last month. Green is running for his seventh term in office while Martin is running for his first term. Green outspent Martin and received more contributions, according to Oct. 15 campaign finance reports.

Texas House District 7

Republican John Culberson takes early lead with 55.35 percent/92,576 votes while Democratic candidate James Cargas has 44.65 percent/74,687 votes.

Incumbent John Culberson, R-Houston, faces Democratic candidate James Cargas for Texas House District 7.

Texas House District 10

Incumbent Republican Michael McCaul is running against Democratic candidate Tawana Cadien and Libertarian candidate Bill Kelsey. McCaul has served six terms as a congressman. U.S. representatives are elected to serve two-year terms. Last month, we asked McCaul and Cadien about the challenges facing District 10, and their responses can be found here. Rep. McCaul leads the race with the most campaign contributions.

Texas House District 22

Republican candidate Pete Olson has received 60.57 percent/100,024 votes while Democratic candidate Mark Gibson has received 39.43 percent/65,125 votes

Incumbent Pete Olson, R-Sugar Land, faces Democratic challenger Mark Gibson for the U.S. House District 22 seat. The candidates answered questions about healthcare and other challenges in the district for our Q&A last month.

Olson is running for his fifth term in office while Gibson, an attorney and small-business owner, is running for his first term. Olson outspent Gibson and received more contributions according to Oct. 15 campaign finance reports.

Texas House District 149

Incumbent Hubert Vo, D-Houston, faces Republican challenger Bryan Chu for Texas House District 149.

Fort Bend County Sheriff

Republican candidate Troy Nehls takes early lead with 52.84 percent/109,806 votes while Democratic candidate Michael Ellison has 47.16 percent/98,008 votes

Republican Troy Nehls is running for re-election against Democratic challenger Michael Ellison in the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s race. In a Q&A last month, the candidates discussed their qualifications for holding office and their priorities if elected.

Nehls is running for his second term as sheriff while Ellison, who has worked in the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, is running for his first term. Oct. 15 campaign finance reports showed Ellison had outspent Nehls and received more contributions.

Harris County Sheriff

Republican incumbent Ron Hickman faces Democratic candidate Ed Gonzalez for Harris County Sheriff.

Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner

Republican incumbent Steve Radack faces Democratic candidate Jenifer Rene Pool for Harris County, Precinct 3 Commissioner

Waller County Sheriff

Republican incumbent R. Glenn Smith faces Democratic candidate Cedric D. Watson for Waller County Sheriff.

For the latest results and insights about local elections, visit communityimpact.com/vote on election night. Results are expected to be released starting at 7 p.m.