In a letter to The Times, County Commissioner Greg Tompkins announced he would not seek re-election.

“After much thought and consideration, I have decided not to seek re-election to a fifth term as Walla Walla County Commissioner, District 3. I am proud of the accomplishments and changes I have been a part of during my sixteen years as a county commissioner. I had the pleasure of working with very dedicated and committed former county commissioners, David Carey, Pam Ray, Gregg Loney, Senator Perry Dozier and Jim Johnson as well as my current seatmates Commissioners Todd Kimball and Jenny...