The initiative would need around 400,000 signatures before the July 2 deadline.
The key races include seats on the U.S. House, state senate, state House and Port of Bellingham Board of Commissioners.
Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day or dropped off in an official drop box by 8 p.m.
The city council voted Wednesday to appoint JoEllen Kesti to the position.
It’s the fire district’s fourth attempt at upgrading its services to meet the growing demands of the public.
Lynden residents will be voting on a capital levy that would fund a host of upgrades across the Lynden School District.
The deadline to file a resolution in the next special election is quickly approaching.
The DOJ is seeking to investigate Washington over its verification of voter registration.
The 42nd District Democrat is serving her first term as state senator after winning two terms to the state House, also from the 42nd District.
James was trailing after the initial count and led by less than 100 votes prior to this most recent tally.