First results in the Aug. 4 primary races that The Olympian is keeping a close eye on

10th Congressional District

Fourteen candidates are vying to fill Denny Heck’s U.S. House seat in a district that covers parts of Thurston, Pierce, and Mason counties. Alexis Krell reporting here

Lieutenant Governor

Eleven candidates are vying to replace Cyrus Habib, who is leaving office. Alexis Krell reporting here

22nd Legislative District

Voters are deciding who will compete in November for two seats in the state House from the 22nd Legislative District, which covers much of Thurston County. Brandon Block reporting here

Thurston County Commission

Voters are deciding the candidates for two seats on the Thurston County Commission. Leopold Brine reporting here

Thurston County Superior Court

Four candidates are vying for a position on the Thurston County Superior Court. Leopold Brine reporting here