The Voter Interests Project

10/25/2026

Here's our full list of Candidate Interviews for those candidates still on the ballot.

State Representative, Pos. 1:
Clyde Shavers: Mr. Shavers did not respond to our requests for an interview.
Chili Hicks: https://youtu.be/a3DKnvC57bQ

State Representative, Pos. 2:
Dave Paul: https://youtu.be/WEdJqgZ7xIA
Tim Hazelo: https://youtu.be/YWxrOFmX3tw

County Assessor:
Doug Stults: https://youtu.be/sC8Kky3NboA
Kelly Mauck: Mr. Mauck agreed to an interview, but we were unable to schedule it.

County Auditor:
Sheilah Crider: https://youtu.be/zjuHkmgyKPc
Barbara Fuller: https://youtu.be/NJSv6PLRoQo

County Clerk:
Dierdre Butler: https://youtu.be/bJX2g81eT6k
Maria Hazelo: https://youtu.be/AemlG47_W_8

County Commissioner, District 3:
Matt Van Pelt: https://youtu.be/5f7v7i-Zu6Y
Grant Shaw: https://youtu.be/ykZHSzTFQzQ

County Prosecutor:
Greg Banks: https://youtu.be/OBZzyJN08Zk
Andrew Scott: https://youtu.be/qBmfRH_CJcs

County Sheriff:
Rick Felici: https://youtu.be/UjpIZQB6F9M
Tavier Wasser: https://youtu.be/bSbMqV0s6j0

10/19/2026

On our Substack: Lots of links to research candidates, so don't feel like you have to rush your ballot back.

ALSO: Our Candidate Interviews and more materials to help you vote

10/19/2026

Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Oct. 16, 2026. (October 16, 2026)

Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Oct. 16, 2026.

10/19/2026

STANWOOD CAMANO NEWS: Grant Shaw and Matthew Van Pelt discuss Camano growth, healthcare, permitting and representation in the commissioner race. (October 16, 2026)

STANWOOD CAMANO NEWS: Grant Shaw and Matthew Van Pelt discuss Camano growth, healthcare, permitting and representation in the commissioner race.

10/19/2026

STANWOOD CAMANO NEWS: Island County sheriff candidates Rick Felici and Tavier Wasser discuss staffing, emergencies, mental health and victim support. (October 16, 2026)

STANWOOD CAMANO NEWS: Island County sheriff candidates Rick Felici and Tavier Wasser discuss staffing, emergencies, mental health and victim support.

10/19/2026

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A proposed WhidbeyHealth class action alleges unpaid wages, missed breaks and time rounding that shortchanged hourly workers. (October 16, 2026)

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A proposed WhidbeyHealth class action alleges unpaid wages, missed breaks and time rounding that shortchanged hourly workers.

10/19/2026

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: South Whidbey port seeks a levy lid lift for fairgrounds repairs, adding $30 annually for a property assessed at $500,000. (October 16, 2026)

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: South Whidbey port seeks a levy lid lift for fairgrounds repairs, adding $30 annually for a property assessed at $500,000.

10/19/2026

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Harbor Hopper needs more riders or sponsors to return. Ports seek feedback through Nov. 6 on the Langley–Everett ferry. (October 16, 2026)

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Harbor Hopper needs more riders or sponsors to return. Ports seek feedback through Nov. 6 on the Langley–Everett ferry.

10/19/2026

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A Langley survey favors historic and contemporary architecture, pedestrian-friendly development and consistent design standards. (October 16, 2026)

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A Langley survey favors historic and contemporary architecture, pedestrian-friendly development and consistent design standards.

10/19/2026

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County’s preliminary budget restores $100,000 for animal control and halves WSU Extension funding; a hearing is Dec. 7. (October 16, 2026)

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County’s preliminary budget restores $100,000 for animal control and halves WSU Extension funding; a hearing is Dec. 7.