General Election Overview: 109th District

Oct 30, 2024

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Through the general election on November 5, we will highlight races generally considered swing seats. The candidate’s website and professional information are listed when available.

District Overview

The 109th House District is located in the Upper Peninsula, including Alger, Baraga, Dickinson, and Marquette Counties.

Commentary

Representative Jenn Hill is running for a second term in this Democratic-leaning district. Next month, she’ll face political newcomer Karl Bohnak. While he lacks experience running for public office, he was the local meteorologist for 40 years, providing name recognition to part of the voter base.

Democratic Candidate:

    • Representative Jenn Hill – State Representative, infrastructure advocate and nonprofit leader, served on the Marquette City Commission.

Republican Candidate:

    • Karl Bohnak – Meteorologist, author, and historian.

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