Election 2021

Mayor Cassie Franklin, right, kisses her husband David, left, through their masks after getting the first ballot results of the night putting her ahead of opponent Steve Oss in her re-election run for Everett mayor on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Everett voters elect woman-majority council; Franklin wins easily

The incumbent mayor had 73% of the vote on Election Day. Meanwhile, get used to new faces on city council, thanks to districts.

Mayor Cassie Franklin, right, kisses her husband David, left, through their masks after getting the first ballot results of the night putting her ahead of opponent Steve Oss in her re-election run for Everett mayor on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Snohomish County Councilman Sam Low (center) is congratulated by Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue Fire Chief Kevin O'Brien (right) as results show Low in the lead during an election night party at Nachos Family Mexican Restaurant on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021 in Lake Stevens, Washington.  (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

Snohomish County Council incumbents cruise to victory

Preliminary results show Republicans Nate Nehring and Sam Low leading, as well as Democrat Jared Mead.

Snohomish County Councilman Sam Low (center) is congratulated by Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue Fire Chief Kevin O'Brien (right) as results show Low in the lead during an election night party at Nachos Family Mexican Restaurant on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021 in Lake Stevens, Washington.  (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
Ballots for Tuesday's election are due by 8 p.m. (Sue Misao / The Herald)

Election Day is here, and ballots are due

You can put them in a designated drop box until 8 p.m. If you mail it, make sure it will be picked up and postmarked Tuesday.

Ballots for Tuesday's election are due by 8 p.m. (Sue Misao / The Herald)
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What’s at stake and how to vote: Tuesday is Election Day

This is a year when most local offices are decided, from mayors to city councils and school boards.

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Collage of election candidates for Nov. 2, 2021. (Sue Misao / The Herald) 20211101

7 highlights and trends in Snohomish County’s hyper-local election

Among them: Mayoral duels, big money, the rise of youth and the return of veteran politicians.

Collage of election candidates for Nov. 2, 2021. (Sue Misao / The Herald) 20211101
Anita Shad (left) and Jim Distelhorst.

Pro-ivermectin, anti-mask rally host runs for health board

Anita Shad, aka Anita Azariah, has railed against health mandates in Snohomish County. She aims to unseat a retired doctor.

Anita Shad (left) and Jim Distelhorst.
Top: Derek Daniels (left) and Maya Ojalehto. Bottom: Rashawn Smith (left) and David Chan.

Taxes divide candidates in South County Fire race

Rashawn Smith said David Chan has “disparaged” his constituents. The firefighters’ union endorsed the newcomer.

Top: Derek Daniels (left) and Maya Ojalehto. Bottom: Rashawn Smith (left) and David Chan.
Dale Kaemingk (left) and Hisham Othman.

Small-town policing takes center stage in Brier mayoral race

This quiet south Snohomish County city of about 6,500 residents is down to two police officers. For the two candidates running for mayor,… Continue reading

Dale Kaemingk (left) and Hisham Othman.
John Kartak (left) and Linda Redmon.

Snohomish mayoral race shaping up to be a close one

John Kartak and Linda Redmon have diametrically opposed ideas of the mayor’s role on social issues.

John Kartak (left) and Linda Redmon.
Top (L-R): Nina Kim Hanson and Brett Rogers. Bottom (L-R): Vildan Kirby and Carolyn Bennett.

Strong resumes, strong views in Lake Stevens School Board races

As elsewhere, the contests feature candidates clashing on curriculum, spending and COVID-19 mandates.

Top (L-R): Nina Kim Hanson and Brett Rogers. Bottom (L-R): Vildan Kirby and Carolyn Bennett.
Top row (L-R): Paul Roberts, Mary Fosse, Paula Rhyne, Greg Lineberry, Don Schwab. Bottom row (L-R):Lacey Sauvageau, Tommie Rubatino, Liz Vogeli, Ben Zarlingo, Demi Chatters.

Who’s running for Everett council? New candidates — a lot of them

Ten people are vying for positions newly defined by districts. Only two are incumbents.

Top row (L-R): Paul Roberts, Mary Fosse, Paula Rhyne, Greg Lineberry, Don Schwab. Bottom row (L-R):Lacey Sauvageau, Tommie Rubatino, Liz Vogeli, Ben Zarlingo, Demi Chatters.
Top: Caroline Mason (left) and Jeannie Magdua. Bottom: Traci Mitchell (left) and Charles Mister, Jr.

A clash of approaches in contest for Everett School Board

Incumbent Caroline Mason touts experience. Challenger Jeannie Magdua wants pay cuts for some and changes in sex ed curricula.

Top: Caroline Mason (left) and Jeannie Magdua. Bottom: Traci Mitchell (left) and Charles Mister, Jr.
Steve Oss (left) and Cassie Franklin.

Budget and homelessness at center of Everett mayor’s race

Steve Oss, a longtime transit worker, is challenging incumbent Cassie Franklin.

Steve Oss (left) and Cassie Franklin.
Top (L-R): Felix Neals, Brian Mills, Tom Merrill, David Flynn, Kari Zimmerman. Bottom (L-R): Lea Anne Burke, Larry Countryman, Steve Dana, Karen Guzak.

In Snohomish, council candidates seek to define small town values

Four of five races are contested in the city. There are clear divisions between conservative and liberal candidates.

Top (L-R): Felix Neals, Brian Mills, Tom Merrill, David Flynn, Kari Zimmerman. Bottom (L-R): Lea Anne Burke, Larry Countryman, Steve Dana, Karen Guzak.
Top row (L-R): Jeffrey Vaughan, Cindy Gobel, Mark James. Bottom row (L-R): Ambyrlee Gattshall, Tom King, Michael Stevens.

Marysville council candidates: Who can best handle city growth?

In a marquee matchup, council veteran Jeffrey Vaughan is challenged by Cindy Gobel.

Top row (L-R): Jeffrey Vaughan, Cindy Gobel, Mark James. Bottom row (L-R): Ambyrlee Gattshall, Tom King, Michael Stevens.
Jennifer Gregerson (left) and Joe Marine.

Mukilteo’s mayor and ex-mayor battle for a third term

With both candidates, voters know what they’re getting with Jennifer Gregerson or Joe Marine.

Jennifer Gregerson (left) and Joe Marine.
Christine Frizzell (left) and Jim Smith.

Crime, taxes are key questions in Lynnwood mayoral race

It’s Jim Smith’s sixth mayoral run. He’s up against first-time mayor candidate Christine Frizzell.

Christine Frizzell (left) and Jim Smith.
Top (L-R): Shirley Sutton, Nick Coelho, Naz Lashgari. Bottom (L-R): Patrick Decker, Joshua Binda, Lisa Utter.

Housing affordability is top issue in Lynnwood council races

Only one incumbent is running in the races for three seats. Newcomers hope to bring diversity to the council.

Top (L-R): Shirley Sutton, Nick Coelho, Naz Lashgari. Bottom (L-R): Patrick Decker, Joshua Binda, Lisa Utter.
Jordan Sears (left) and Steven Yarbrough.

Nearly four decades separate Gold Bar’s mayoral candidates

Jordan Sears, 22, got an early start in politics. Steven Yarbrough, 60, says his opponent “needs more seasoning.”

Jordan Sears (left) and Steven Yarbrough.
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Editorial: A recap of the editorial board’s endorsements

The Herald Editorial Board has made endorsements in select races for the Nov. 2 general election.

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