Three running for PUD commissioner

NEWPORT – As of Tuesday, May 5, three people have filed to run for the Pend Oreille Public Utility District commissioner, a position currently held by Curt Knapp. Jerry David Bradbury, Ernie Hood and Tracy Rutt are seeking election to the nonpartisan position, according to the votewa. gov website.

People have until the end of the business day Friday, May 8 to file for office. Positions that have more than two candidates will appear on the Primary Election ballot. The Primary Election is Aug. 4. Positions with two or fewer candidates will proceed to the General Election Nov. 3. In Washington, the two candidates who get the most votes advance to the General Election, regardless of party.