Many people don't know who's running in the fall elections in Mecklenburg County and elsewhere in North Carolina.

To that end, I am trying to get the word out about a new non-commercial North Carolina voter web site, www.yallvote.com.

I want to stress that we do not make any money off the web site (nor do we even attempt to), we don't support a particular candidate or ideology and we're not promoting anything other than increased civic participation.

I would appreciate you considering a mention of the site at your next neighborhood meeting. And tell your friends and neighbors if you think they'd find it useful.

I think you'll find that the site contains a comprehensive list of web sites for candidates running for North Carolina state and Mecklenburg County offices. Other features include links to voter registration forms, a blog to discuss voter turnout, an ''Election Alarm Clock'' reminder, and links to other relevant sites.

I hope this site will help in some small way come November 7.