Longtime Republican goes independent in race for WA House seat

By: Mallory Kruml, Port Townsend Leader

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: April 17, 2026

Words: 640

Last Updated: 3 months, 1 week ago

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Quilcene resident Marcia Kelbon announced her candidacy for the Washington state House to represent the 24th Legislative District in this year’s election.

The seat, left open by Steve Tharinger, has drawn interest from five candidates so far.

“The reason to run at all is really driven by the fact that I have adult children, and a grandchild, and hopefully more grandchildren in the future, that live in this area, and I just don’t see the …

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