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Elections assistant Keri Gompf organizes ballots to be sorted on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Sutherland trails in Snohomish County primary; Somers, Dunn lead

Snohomish County voters favored incumbents based on early primary returns Tuesday.

A voter drops off her ballot at the drop box in front of the Mukilteo Library on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022, in Mukilteo, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Tuesday is last chance to vote in Snohomish County primary

Voters can mail in their ballots or drop them off at ballot boxes throughout the county.

Dennis Michelson pushes his ballot into the drop box outside of Lynnwood City Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Snohomish County’s guide to the 2023 primary election

Here is everything you need to know before election day.

From left, Megan Dunn, Kristina Mitchell and Georgia Fisher.

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Challengers to Dunn seat aim to tip balance on Snohomish County Council

Democrat Megan Dunn holds Position 2. Georgia Fisher and Kristina Mitchell, who have Republican ties, aim to unseat…

Top (L-R): Jon Nehring, Russell Wiita Bottom (L-R): Dan Rankin, Brett Gailey

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In Lake Stevens, Marysville, voters have just 1 choice for mayor

Without opponents, Brett Gailey, Jon Nehring and two other mayors in Snohomish County can start focusing on their…

Jeremiah Campbell, left, and Crystal Blakely

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Candidate pool already whittled down in Monroe School Board election

Jeremiah Campbell is running to hold the seat, while Crystal Blakely is challenging. Two candidates have dropped out…

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Opinion

Editorial: Rohla for Everett, Katims for Edmonds school boards

Rohla tops four strong candidates for an open seat in Everett; Katims deserves re-election in Edmonds.

Robert Sutherland, left, Garth Fell and Cindy Gobel.

Opinion

Editorial: Fell has proved proficiency at county elections post

Gobel has relevant experience, but Fell, in his first term, has expertly led the auditor’s office.

Top (L-R): Keira Atchley, Tiffani Mondares-Riggs, Beth Hoiby Bottom (L-R): Sherryl Kenney, Eliza Davis

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Like elsewhere, finances a priority in Marysville School Board races

Keira Atchley is the incumbent facing three newcomers. The other race is wide open, with Paul Galovin not…

(L-R) Nancy Katims, Arjun Kathuria, Nicholas Jenkins

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Budget cuts weigh on Edmonds School Board candidates

Voters will decide which two of the three candidates advance to the November ballot.

Junelle Lewis, left, Will Schlegel and Jacob Walker

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Planning board members face off in 3-way primary for Monroe council

Planning board members Jacob Walker and Junelle Lewis, along with Will Schlegel, filed to run for Monroe City…

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Opinion

Editorial: Dunn deserves second term on county council

Her opponents raise valid concerns, but Dunn’s work during the first term warrants re-election.

Ann Aagaard, left, Carston Curd and Mark Swanson

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Bothell City Council candidates spar over housing density

Voters will decide which two of the three candidates advance to the November ballot for Bothell City Council.

Top (L-R): Roman Rewolinsk, Charles Adkins. Bottom (L-R): Ryne Rohla, Janelle Burke

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Facing $28M deficit, candidates for Everett school board offer answers

Charles Adkins, Janelle Burke, Roman Rewolinksi and Ryne Rohla are in a four-way race for Everett Public Schools’…

Top (L-R): Alan Rubio, Brian Travis, Patrick Peck. Bottom (L-R): Jack Broyles Jr., Larry Jones, Mike Pivec

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Everything to know about crowded ballot for Alderwood Water District

Rising water and wastewater rates, high turnover and employee morale are some of the issues six candidates want…

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Opinion

Editorial: Somers up to challenge for third, final term

Facing two opponents, the county executive makes a detailed case to cap a long career at the county.

Top (L-R): Bill Wheeler Jr., Demi Chatters; Bottom (L-R): Brian Hennessy, Scott Bader

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Everett at-large council race hosts crowded field for Position 6

A former council member, a past candidate, a first-time candidate and a former bikini barista stand owner make…

(L-R) Judy Tuohy, Judith Martinez, Bryce Nickel

Opinion

Editorial: Return Judy Tuohy to Everett City Council post

Martinez or Nickel would add vital insight for the council, but Tuohy’s experience is needed there.

Top (L-R): Mike Nelson, Brad Shipley. Bottom (L-R): Diane Buckshnis, Mike Rosen.

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With primary approaching, 3 challengers aim to oust Edmonds mayor

Mike Nelson is seeking reelection against three challengers: Diane Buckshnis, Brad Shipley and Mike Rosen.

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Opinion

Editorial: Return Bader to Everett council in at-large position

Among Scott Bader, Demi Chatters and Brian Hennessy, Bader’s past experience shouldn’t be passed up.