ARLINGTON, Va. (DC News Now) -- Thousands of Virginia voters hit the polls as they opened early Friday across the commonwealth, 45 days out from Election Day on November 5. More than 800 voters cast their ballots at the Arlington County Government Center polling site by noon Friday, election officials told DC News Now. Voters across polling sites are asked to bring ID and do their candidate research ahead of time. Out-of-state IDs and drivers licenses are not accepted, but in-state IDs, passports, military IDs are OK. You can read more on what's accepted and what's not here. Arlington Commonwealth’s Attorney pushes for safe, fair elections Several voters who spoke with DC News Now said there wasn't going to be much that could change their minds before the election. "Might as well get it out of the way early, we already know what we wanted to do. Why delay the inevitable?" said Arlington voter William Ponds. "I think it's the most important thing we do. No matter who you vote for. I have my preference, but I think it's really important that we do it," said Arlington voter Theresa Stark. One of the new polling sites in Arlington is the Long Bridge Fitness and Aquatics Center. Charles Luoma-Overstreet is serving as Chief of Voting there. He's reminding everyone who casts their ballot to take a moment to remember it's your right to vote. "It's a big election. Every election is a big election but we're voting for president this time. so there's a lot on the on the table. Take advantage of the privilege in this country to have your vote heard. Make your voice heard. Vote for your local and national representatives. It's really important, and it feels good."