It’s filing week for candidates for office in Whatcom County.

Hopefuls have until the end of the day Friday to officially file their candidacy with the county auditor’s office and pay the filing fee.

Voters in Whatcom County will be electing an executive, council members in two districts and an at-large position.

The county sheriff’s position is wide-open with Bill Elfo’s retirement.

Other county offices up for election are assessor, treasurer and auditor.

One seat on the Port of Bellingham commission is up for election, as are mayor’s offices in Bellingham and Ferndale.

Many other offices will be on the ballot, you can view a complete list here.