In North Idaho, Republicans face off again for a state Senate seat

By: Kyle Pfannenstiel

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: May 9, 2026

Words: 880

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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In North Idaho’s Legislative District 1, two Republicans are set to face each other for the fourth time in the primary election for a state Senate seat.

Sen. Jim Woodward is seeking reelection and is facing Scott Herndon. Both are Republicans from Sagle, a small town near Sandpoint in Idaho’s northernmost legislative district, which borders Canada.

In 2018 and 2024, Woodward won primaries against Herndon, who secured the seat after winning in 2022.

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