AUGUSTA, Ga. -- News 12 is covering the races you care about on this upcoming Election Day.

One of the biggest local races News 12 is following is the one for Richmond County sheriff. Current Sheriff Ronnie Strength announced he was retiring earlier this year. Democrat Lt. Richard Roundtree will be facing off with Republican Freddie Sanders on Election Day.

Another heated race is for Georgia Congressional District 12. Republican Lee Anderson has been nominated to battle it out with incumbent Democrat John Barrow.

In October, News 12's Laura Warren sat down with Lee Anderson and John Barrow, candidates for the 12th Congressional District in Georgia:

In November, News 12's Laura Warren sat down with Richmond County sheriff candidates Richard Roundtree and Freddie Sanders:

Back in July, News 12's Chris Thomas sat down with Richmond County sheriff candidates Richard Roundtree and Freddie Sanders:

More from the interview:

• Richard Roundtree on community policing
  
• Richard Roundtree on community violence and gangs
  
• Richard Roundtree on past controversies
  
• Richard Roundtree on the Sheriff's Office budget

More from the interview:

• Freddie Sanders on endorsements
  
• Freddie Sanders on community response
  
• Freddie Sanders on race and party affiliation

Click here to see all of News 12's election coverage.

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