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Election news and commentary by Charlie Bermant Correction: An earlier version of this stated, “County commissioners in Districts 1 and 2 are paid $93,847 per year, while District 3 earns $103,169.” We have added, “All three districts will receive the higher amount after this year's election.
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Election news and commentary by Charlie Bermant [caption id align="alignnone" width="1633"] Republican gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird, during a Port Townsend appearance on May 4. Beacon photo by Charlie Bermant [https://www.jeffcobeacon.com/caption] Jefferson County Republicans had a big day on Saturday, May
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Election news and commentary by Charlie Bermant [caption id align="alignnone" width="2000"] State Representative Steve Tharinger is currently unopposed in his bid for an eighth term, but he expects a challenger to emerge during filing week. Beacon photo by Charlie Bermant [https://www.jeffcobeacon.com/
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By Charlie Bermant [caption id align="alignnone" width="2000"] A fire destroyed the inside of the Nordland General Store, but the building itself, along with its iconic sign, remained intact. [/caption] The Nordland General Store will reopen on Memorial Day weekend, almost four years after a
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Election news and commentary by Charlie Bermant [caption id align="alignnone" width="600"] Jefferson County Commissioner candidate Heather Dudley-Nollette discusses housing issues at the recent Connectivity Fair. Beacon photo by Charlie Bermant [https://www.jeffcobeacon.com/caption] Longtime local entrepreneur Heather Dudley-Nollette will announce her candidacy
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Election news and commentary by Charlie Bermant We begin the Long Run at The Beacon, taking readers on the roller coaster ride that is electoral politics. Here, we will provide insight into this year’s local races along with coverage of the state or national campaigns that impact Jefferson County.