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Updated 2019 primary election results for Snohomish County
Returns for contested races and ballot measures, updated daily as mail-in ballots are counted.
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Instant primary election analysis by Jerry Cornfield
Our political writer discusses what he sees in the early returns of the Aug. 6, 2019, primary election.
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Nelson and Tibbott snag top spots in Edmonds mayoral race
After combining for nearly 75%, the two city councilmen are likely to face-off in November.
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Former mayor first among leaders in Mukilteo council races
Peter Zieve, a controversial aerospace executive, was second in one race and is likely to advance.
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Roundup: Fire districts to merge, incumbents are prevailing
Two ex-Lynnwood councilmen will likely vie for one seat as two current members prepare to face off.
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Not registered? You can still vote in the primary election
Same-day registration allows a person to cast a vote in some of the 28 local races.
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Three candidates vie for the Port of Everett District 1 seat
Two will move on to the November general election after Tuesday’s primary.
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In Marysville, 5 candidates run for city council position
Their top issues include reducing traffic, creating jobs and stopping opioid addiction.
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Mukilteo musical chairs: 12 in the race for 4 council seats
Candidates for city council known for theatrics include newbies, incumbents and a former mayor.
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You have until Tuesday to vote. Here are the choices
Check out this handy guide to the Herald’s coverage of local candidates and issues.
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Tuesday’s primary is first test for statewide election system
VoteWa folds state’s 39 county systems into one, boosting cybersecurity, election-day registration
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Lake Stevens candidates talk jobs, safety, traffic, Costco
Incumbent Todd Welch is up against Mary Dickinson and Carolyn Bennett for a seat on the city council.
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Marysville school board incumbents face primary challengers
For the first time, Mariana Maksimos and Tom Albright will run opposed in school board elections.
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Six vie for two seats on Everett School Board
Transparency and student opportunities are key as candidates aspire to make November ballot.
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3 councilmembers, city planner want to be Edmonds’ next mayor
The seat was left open after Dave Earling decided not to seek a third term.
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Four candidates look to succeed Edmonds School Board leader
They’ve worked in the school district or with it. Now they want to shape the policies that guide…
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Four challengers taking on Edmonds School Board incumbent
They are talking about teacher layoffs and improving communication between the board and parents.
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In Lake Stevens signage debate, city ordinance may be unlawful
A Lake Stevens code regulating sign size based on content is violating a 2015 Supreme Court ruling.
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Edmonds mayoral candidate’s tax lien surfaces before primary
Mike Nelson said the debt, which was paid off last year, doesn’t disqualify him from office.
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Ready, set, vote: Primary ballots will be arriving this week
Same-day registration will be in place. And the state will be using a new election management system