Updated Lynnwood primary election results Escamilla, Owings hold lead in Tuesday returns

Lynnwood, WALocal News

Derica Escamilla maintains a lead in the Lynnwood City Council Position 1 primary race with 47. 33% of the votes counted as of August 12. In Position 3, Bryce Owings leads with 34. 81%, narrowly ahead of incumbent Josh Binda, who has 33. 3%.

Voter turnout currently stands at 24. 06% of the 23,763 registered voters in Lynnwood. The next update on election results is scheduled for August 15, with official results expected to be certified by August 19. Escamilla's significant lead suggests she may have strong backing from the community. The Lynnwood City Council elections are crucial for determining the city's governance and priorities moving forward.

These races reflect the evolving political landscape in Lynnwood, which may influence local policy decisions. Voter engagement remains essential, especially with a turnout of just over a quarter of registered voters.

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