Morning News — Tuesday, May 12, 2026

In today's headlines:Candidate filing has wrapped up in Mason County, with seven candidates running for Mason County Commissioner District 3 — the seat being vacated by Commissioner Sharon TraskConfirmed candidates include Eric Anisko, Daniel Cameron, Miguel Gutierrez, Rick Lee, Karen Sullivan, George Blush, and Lovejoy SchaeferRaces are also set for county auditor, clerk, treasurer, and assessor, plus the 35th Legislative District House race and state Senate seat, with ballots mailed to voters around July 17th ahead of the August 4th primaryBeautiful Tuesday ahead with a high around 78, a little rain tomorrow and off and on through the next couple of daysIn local sports: The Seattle Mariners beat the Houston Astros 3-1 last night in Houston, with George Kirby pitching five strong innings and striking out seven for the win, Andres Munoz earning his eighth save, and Julio Rodriguez connecting on a solo home run to spark the offense. The North Mason Bulldogs baseball team fell to Orting 5-1 in postseason play yesterday. Today: Mariners and Astros game two at Daikin Park in Houston, first pitch at 5:10, with pregame coverage right here on KMAS at 4 o'clock.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.Listen live weekday mornings 6–10 AM on KMAS AM 1030 and FM 103.3 — the Voice of Mason County since 1962. Stream anytime at kmas.com.