Two races that were on the ballot on Whidbey Island are still undecided, with at least one likely to require a recount.
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The Washington State Transportation Commission is seeking public input on a possible fuel surcharge to be added to ferry fares that could add up to 10% to the price.
Challenger Clyde Shavers, a Democrat from Oak Harbor, is back on top of the vote count after falling behind in the Monday night tally. Rep. Greg Gilday, a Camano Island Republican, was ahead by 15 votes for a single day.
Two Republican candidates have overcome their Election Day deficits to move past their rivals in races affecting Whidbey Island voters, though margins remain razor thin.
Ballots from the Nov. 8 general election are still being counted, with races in Island and Snohomish counties still to be determined.
Two races affecting Whidbey Island have thin margins, with counts since Election Day trending in favor of Republican candidates.
State Representative Dave Paul (D-Oak Harbor) sent a thank-you email to supporters on Thu., Nov. 10, 2022.
Ballots from Tuesday’s general election are being counted, with races on Island and Snohomish county ballots still be determined. As of Tuesday night, Snohomish County had counted 184,877 ballots and Island County 25,956.