Deer Park’s Primary Election: Candidates & Dates
Get to know the candidates running for Deer Park City Council and Deer Park School District positions in the upcoming Primary Election.
Crystal Schut
May 30, 2023
Johnathan Brooks Provides Seconds With ‘A Feast’
Deer Park student Johnathan Brooks secured second place in the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for Washington’s Fifth Congressional District. His watercolor painting, “A Feast,” will be proudly displayed in Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers’ Spokane office.
Crystal Schut
May 23, 2023
Important School District Virtual Community Forum
Be part of the conversation on improving Deer Park School District facilities. Join the virtual Community Forum and contribute ideas to address growth and create better student learning environments. Your voice matters in shaping the future of education in Deer Park.
Crystal Schut
May 22, 2023
“Framed” Took the Stage
“Framed” had everything: art heists, eccentric old ladies, and a missing uncle, all brought to life by a talented cast. The play was such a hit that you might need a detective to find a DVD copy!
Crystal Schut
May 19, 2023
Calvary Christian School
Calvary Christian School Deer Park Is Getting Ready For Their Second Year.
Some families choose public school, some decide to homeschool, and some even choose a mixture of the two. Up until September of 2022, there were really no other choices in the Deer Park area. Now there is.
Becky Balka, Guest Writer
May 18, 2023
Crowded Election For DP School District Position
Four individuals are now registered as candidates for the At Large position on the Deer Park School Board of Directors. Incumbent Eric Keller and Shauneen Flugel joined the race late on Monday. Craig Phillips & Carri Breckner have also filed for reelection.
Richie Schut
May 16, 2023
Meegan Ware & Samantha Jordan File For At Large School Seat
Meegan Ware & Samantha Jordan have filed as candidates for Deer Park School District for the Director At Large position. Other candidates have until Friday to register for the election. Eric Keller, currently holding the position, has not yet filed for the election.
Richie Schut
May 15, 2023
3 In The Running For Deer Park City Council
Helen Dee Cragun, Billy Costello & Diane Pfaeffle have all filed for Deer Park City Council positions. Caleb Stapp will not be running for reelection. Other candidates have until Friday to register for the election.
Richie Schut
May 15, 2023
Letter To Editor – Caleb Stapp Regarding Reelection
I am very grateful for the opportunity to serve our community these past few years, but my family and work situations are very different than when I ran for office in 2019. Are you interested in serving Deer Park? You need to file as a candidate with the Spokane County elections office between May 15th-19th.
Letter To Editor
May 11, 2023
City Council Approves Increased Law Enforcement
New Sheriff contract adds more law enforcement, with potential for more in the future. Council rejects modern communications for council members and meetings. City begins multi-year process of updating comprehensive plan.
Richie Schut
May 10, 2023