The deadline to file for Haines Borough office is drawing near, with three residents submitting the required paperwork as of press time Wednesday.

Two, three-year assembly seats are up for grabs this October, as are two, three-year school board seats.

Assembly member Diana Lapham, who is rounding out her first term, has filed to retain her seat. Planning commissioner Heather Lende is also a candidate for assembly.

Incumbent Sarah Swinton is the only candidate for