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About Charlie Crabtree

Long time observer of State and Local Politics. Charlie was born and raised in Whatcom County Washington. Served in the US Air Force in the 70's and served for 12 years on the Meridian School Board (north of Bellingham Washington) and a stint on the County Charter Review Commission. Retired except for Blogging and enjoying life.

RUSS PFEIFFER-HOYT for Mt. Baker School Board Pos 5

Rus Pfeiffer-Hoyt Russ Pfeiffer-Hoyt - Mount Baker School Board District #5 I have served on Mount Baker School Board for 24 years. I serve as board president. I will be the only board member who has served more than two years. My experience is needed to meet our challenging times. Student safety is my highest priority. As a parent and grandparent, I know how important safety is to every parent. Two main ...

By |2023-10-03T09:12:27-07:00October 3, 2023|Fourth Corner News|0 Comments

HERB PORTER for Ferndale City Council Position 1

Herb Porter My name is Herb Porter, and I am running for re-election for the Ferndale City Council Position # 1.  I have lived and worked in Ferndale over four decades and retired 5 years ago from the Ferndale School District after teaching Spanish for 38 years.  I also served in the Washington Air National Guard for 28 years, retiring as a Senior Field Grade Officer.   In addition, I worked as an ...

HANNAH ORDOS for Whatcom County Council At-Large

Hannah Ordos   As it is now, the Whatcom County Council does not adequately represent the rural population. Only one member of the council voices rural concerns and we desperately need another one on the council. That voice that can help bridge the urban/rural divide in our County is Hannah Ordos. Hannah has a unique ability to listen and connect with people. She is thoughtful, understands the issues and would use a ...

TABLE OF CONTENTS In their own words: Statements from Whatcom Candidates

LYNDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT 504 DIRECTOR POSITION 2...... Nick Sawka LYNDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT 504 DIRECTOR POSITION 2..... Danny Martinez LYNDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT 504 DIRECTOR POSITION 5..... Doris Smith FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 502 DIRECTOR POSITION 1..... Beth Perry FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 502 DIRECTOR POSITION 1..... Kevin Erickson FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 502 DIRECTOR POSITION 3..... Nancy Button FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 502 DIRECTOR POSITION 3..... Toni Jefferson BLAINE SCHOOL DISTRICT 503 DIRECTOR POSITION 1..... Erika Creydt BLAINE ...

DOUG CHADWICK for Sheriff of Whatcom County

Doug Chadwick Vote Doug Chadwick (360) 684-2834 DougForSheriff@VoteDougChadwick.com Sept. 30, 2023 Undersheriff Chadwick emphasizing  public safety in campaign for sheriff.  Doug Chadwick, a 29-year veteran of the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), is running for Whatcom County Sheriff with an emphasis on providing safety for communities, first responders and those in custody. Chadwick has served as Undersheriff, second in command to Sheriff Bill Elfo, since 2019. Elfo, who is retiring in January, ...

By |2023-10-01T16:33:25-07:00October 1, 2023|Fourth Corner News|1 Comment

SATPAL SIDHU for Whatcom County Executive

SatPal Sidhu Four years ago, the people of Whatcom County supported me in my campaign to become County Executive. I am very grateful for that trust, and I have worked tirelessly to fulfill the promises I made then. I sincerely believe that Whatcom County is the best place to raise a family, and I am working to make sure that remains true for many generations to come. I have served for the ...

THERESA SYGITOWICZ for Mt Baker School Board Position 5

Theresa Sygitowicz I am Theresa Sygitowicz, I am a candidate for position 5 of the Mt Baker School Board. I am a 5th generation resident of the South Fork of Nooksack River Area .  As a proud Mt Baker graduate, I joined my relatives of both sides of my family as graduates of Mt Baker Schools and earlier normal school, dating back to the 1890’s. I am a very proud Mt Baker ...

By |2023-10-01T11:50:17-07:00October 1, 2023|Fourth Corner News|0 Comments

DORIS SMITH for Lynden School Board Position 5

Doris Smith Issues In Education From private discussions with teachers, students, and parents, I have learned that the focus of teaching in the Lynden School District has been distracted by state-mandated identity politics, equity politics, emotional learning, and increased school administration regulations over how teachers teach, none of which improves discipline, morale, and the spirit of learning in the classroom. Therefore, it should be no surprise that Lynden Schools are at 39% in math proficiency—much lower than the statewide ...

BETH PERRY For Ferndale School Board Position 1

Beth Perry   I am Beth Perry, a lifelong Whatcom County resident and a 20 year Ferndale resident, and a married mother of three children, who my husband and I  homeschool. I became interested in the school board in 2021 when so many parents wanted to make their voices heard on covid restrictions and mask mandates. Month after month myself and other parents spoke up, and over and over nothing was done about ...

KEVIN ERICKSON for Ferndale School Board Position 1

Kevin Erickson Providing our children with a great education is critical to their well-being and to the future of society. I’m Kevin Erickson. Because of that conviction, I hope to continue serving on the Ferndale School Board. As a lifelong Ferndale resident and graduate of Ferndale schools, pride in Ferndale runs deep in my veins. I believe our schools must be a source of pride for our entire community. I support parental ...

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