5 Things to Know About Tonight's Candidates Forum

The Gulfport Democratic Club and St. Petersburg Republican Club are hosting a candidate forum on Thursday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m., at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.

1) The event is free and expected to last about 2 hours.

2) Come early! Doors open at 6 p.m. and candidates have been invited to come early and talk to voters.

3) Six races including candidates for the Pinellas County Sheriff's race were invited. To see the complete list check out the article, "Meet the Candidates: Sheriff, School Board, County Commission and More."

4) All candidates invited will have the opportunity to take part in the forum.

5) Questions are preselected, however, organizers say if time permits they will allow questions from the audience.