Over 50 folks attended the Ted Japp for Legislature fundraising event at the Dew Drop Inn in Kennard Monday, February 16, 2026. Current and term-limited District 16 Senator Ben Hansen spoke and introduced Ted to the crowd. Ted spoke to the group while everyone enjoyed food and fellowship. Also attending were former Blair Mayor and State Senator Mick Mines, Washington County Sheriff candidates Kevin Willis and Brian Beckman. Current Republican State Senate candidates Bill Bowes for District 14 and Derek Schwartz for District 18