John Higgins
A candidate for Medical Lake Mayor, City of Medical Lake in the 2025 Washington General Election, Nov. 4
Age: 78
City: Medical Lake, Washington
Education: Graduated from Medical Lake High School in 1966. Studied psychology at Eastern Washington University, dropped out a few quarters ahead of degree completion.
Political experience: Elected Medical Lake mayor in 2005, 2009, 2013. Was appointed to the Cheney School Board but did not seek election in 2023 when term ended.
Work experience: Retired. U.S. Army veteran, with two tours in Vietnam. Forensic therapist at Eastern State Hospital for 25 years. Formerly paraeducator and softball coach at Medical Lake High School. Has coached prep and travel sports teams for 28 years.
Family: Married to Carrie Higgins and has four children.
Campaign finance: Has not raised campaign contributions.
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Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Terri Cooper | 910 | 66.57% |
| John Higgins | 457 | 33.43% |
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