Hilo attorney Bob Marx made it official this week, filing his nomination papers with the State Elections Office.
Marx is running against Mufi Hannemann, Tulsi Gabbard, Esther Kiaaina and Rafael del Castillo for the open seat race.
Press release statement:
Marx actually lives in the district and is the only Candidate in the race from an island other than Oahu.

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