Did you remember to turn in your ballot for the primary election last night? Read More: When Does School Begin in Yakima County? There was a low turnout for the primary election, which isn't exactly a surprise to me because this is typical pattern I've noticed since I started voting in Yakima County elections. That means only 16% of people are determining who goes to the general election. Registered voters can drop of primary and general election ballots in person at the Yakima County Courthouse in downtown Yakima (128 N 2nd St).