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County sheriff’s race: Johnson will restore competence to jail
I was a staunch supporter of Sheriff Adam Fortney, serving as his appointed Corrections Bureau chief, contributing to…
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Everett Schools: Rohla’s education a plus for board
I am a child mental health specialist and licensed counselor who has worked in Everett Public Schools for…
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Mukilteo City Council: Emery’s long service matters to city
Mukilteo city council member Richard Emery has served several terms on the council.
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Edmonds Mayor Nelson understands resident’s vision for city
Mike Nelson, as mayor, has brought a wider vision for the city of Edmonds. Examples include improvements on…
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County auditor: Former auditor endorses Garth Fell
From 2007 through 2019, I served as your county auditor. I know what it takes to manage and…
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County auditor: Gobel knows how to improve turnout
Please support Cindy Gobel for Snohomish County auditor this Nov. 7 Election.
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Snohomish Schools, Dist. 4: Sherri Larkin will work with parents
Sherri Larkin is the right choice for Snohomish School District Board member.
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Snohomish school board: Adams knows kids’ needs
Some weeks ago I had an opportunity to speak with Sarah Adams about her experiences on the Snohomish…
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Sheriff’s race: Consider how police unions endorse candidates
Everyone most likely has seen the signs supporting Adam Fortney for sheriff with all the local police union…
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Susanna Johnson has resume, vision for job of county sheriff
Snohomish County citizens have a very important election coming up soon on Nov. 7. There are 2 candidates…
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Sheriff’s race: Fortney best of county’s recent sheriffs
I have worked for all six of the living sheriffs and truly believe that the Sheriff’s Office has…
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Arlington Mayor: Tolbert has done much for city, residents
I encourage my fellow Arlington voters to join me in re-electing Mayor Barb Tolbert. Mayor Tolbert is a…
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Monroe School Board: Ryan knows what schools need
I write to extend my enthusiastic support for Melanie Ryan’s candidacy for the Monroe School Board. Her steadfast…
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Superior Court judge, Pos. 17: Patrick Moriarty backed by fellow judges
This November, you will have the opportunity to vote to retain Judge Patrick Moriarty, Snohomish County Superior Court,…
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Edmonds mayor: Nelson has built strong city team
The city of Edmonds is experiencing rapid growth, and decisions made today will affect us for many years…
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One upside to return of grizzly bears to the North Cascades
I’m all for reintroducing grizzlies to the North Cascades (“North Cascades need return of grizzly bears,” The Herald,…
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Five former sheriffs back Susanna Johnson for county sheriff
As former Snohomish County sheriffs, we don’t agree on everything, but we are united in our steadfast belief…
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Snohomish schools, Dist. 4: Sarah Adams learned as volunteer
Sarah Adams has my vote for Snohomish School Board, District 4. Appointed by the board from among many…
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Support Providence nurses who care for you
What happens when your grandfather goes into cardiac arrest? What happens when your child is in a car…
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Everett City Council, Pos. 6: Chatters works for families, safety
The people of Everett have a long-standing reputation as being hard-working, gritty and no-nonsense. That’s why I love…