The choice of John Lovick was no surprise, but the County Council’s appointment of Brandy Donaghy was not unanimous.
After Legislative District 44 Democrats nominated him, his House seat opened for party jockeying.
Many Snohomish County voters are now a big step closer to having new representation in the state Legislature.
Sen. Keith Wagoner will challenge Democrat Steve Hobbs, who was appointed to the statewide post in November
The Republican is challenging incumbent Democrat Kim Schrier in a district which could include a slice of Snohomish County.
Highway 2 would unite communities on both sides of the Cascades in one legislative district. Here’s what else could change.
The state senator from Lake Stevens is the first Democrat to hold the position in 56 years.
Nearly 14,000 of Snohomish County Councilmember Jared Mead’s constituents will shift to other Democrat-represented districts.
Jason Cummings has worked in the office for 23 years. He hopes to succeed Adam Cornell, who is not seeking re-election.
The commission released “fair” maps of new political boundaries on Tuesday — a day past the deadline.
He will finish his term next year. But his time as Snohomish County prosecutor has dulled his optimism, he said.
For the first time in state history, the Supreme Court will define new congressional and legislative districts.
