Adams, the current Senate president, conceded in his District 7 race to Stephanie Hollist, according to a post from Hollist on Facebook; Bolos, current Weber County commissioner, posted a congratulatory message to Jon Beesley; and Lee, current House District 16 representative, congratulated Bob Stevenson, current Davis County Commissioner.

“WE DID IT!” Hollist said on Facebook.

“I appreciated receiving a text from President Adams conceding this race. While I had sincere disagreements, I appreciate his service to our state.

“Tonight’s race should send a message throughout this state. The voters of Davis and Morgan County told me again and again that the current political culture is not working. Legislative leadership dictating policy, with no meaningful opportunity for public input, is not working for everyday Utahns.

“Here’s my commitment to you as your Republican nominee and future Senator: I will not support bad policy just because lobbyists or leadership tell me to do so. I will always look out for you and your family.

“I look forward to resetting the conversation and leading with collaboration, transparency, and real accountability. Thank you for your trust, I will do everything I can to live up to it.”

Said Bolos:

“I want to congratulate my opponent, Jon Beesley, on his win tonight. I wish him the best as your future Commissioner. I pledge to finish my term in the same way I’ve spent the last 3½ years – working hard to represent and serve you every day. I commit to continue guarding taxpayer dollars, especially in my final budget season, supporting law enforcement, and serving you with integrity and transparency. Six months is a long time, and I will give you six months’ of my dedication to the job to ensure a smooth and successful transition for the county.

“On a personal note, I want to thank my family and friends who supported this campaign. My husband and children have been phenomenal. So many other extended family members put in hundreds of hours along the way. I can’t even name them all here, but my gratitude is immense.”

Said Lee:

“While the results did not go as we had hoped, I am deeply grateful to the voters, volunteers, donors, and supporters who stood with our conservative vision for a stronger Utah. Their hard work, prayers, and commitment to putting families and freedom first made this campaign possible.

“Together, we have moved District 16 and our state meaningfully to the right. Over the past four years, I was proud to help pass more than twenty bills advancing election integrity, immigration enforcement, tax relief, parental rights in education, pro-life protections, and policies that prioritize Utah families over federal overreach and radical ideologies. These accomplishments reflect the values we share limited government, personal responsibility, and faith in God and our communities.

“To my opponent Bob, I wish him the very best as he takes on this important role. Serving the people of District 16 is an honor, and I pray he will do so with integrity and a focus on what truly matters most.

“I now look forward to spending more precious time with my wife Kaitlin, our children, the greatest blessings in my life. I will continue to serve our community in other ways and remain an active voice for the conservative principles that make Utah exceptional.”

Hollist led Adams 43.32% (6,552 votes) to 34.57% (5,228 votes), according to electionresults.utah.gov as of 10:48 p.m. Tuesday. Braden Hess had 22.11% (3,343 votes)

In the Seat B race between Beesley and Bolos, Beesley led 54.81% (10,653 votes) to 45.19% (8,782 votes), according to electionresults.utah.gov as of 10:26 p.m. Tuesday.

In the House District 16 race, Stevenson led Lee 66.09% (3,029 votes) to 33.91% (1,554 votes), according to daviscountyelectionsutah.gov as of 10:48 p.m.

Close races

Two Davis County races were within a percent: The Davis County Commission Seat B race between two-term incumbent Lorene Kamalu and Susan Lee, and the sheriff race between Aaron Perry and Jon Atkin.

In the commission race, only 42 votes separated Kamalu from Lee. Kamalu led 50.06% (18,581 votes) to 49.94% (18,539 votes).

Kamalu led by 539 votes after the first results release, but Lee closed the gap with each release afterward.

In the sheriff race, Atkin led Perry by 237 votes. Atkin led 50.32% (18,364 votes) to 49.68% (18,127 votes).

Perry led by 146 votes after the first release, but the race shifted in Atkin’s favor with each subsequent release.

Other results

In the Weber County Commission Seat A race, Duane Kearsley led the four-person race with 30.13% (5,833 votes). James Ebert was second with 26.01% (5,034 votes), Katrina Gibson was third with 25.69% (4,972 votes) and Richard Hyer had 18.17% (3,518 votes).

In the Senate District 6 race, Kaysville Mayor Tami Tran led Robert Wanlass 71.04% (7,027 votes) to 28.96% (2,864 votes).

In the House District 14 race, John Taylor led Kara Toone 56.26% (1,914 votes) to 43.74% (1,488 votes).

In the House District 17 race, Lili Bitner led Sam Barlow 70.87% (4,264 votes) to 29.13% (1,753 votes).

Barlow, the son of current District 17 representative Stuart Barlow, posted a concession message on Facebook.

“Election results are in, and I will not be the next representative for District 17.

“While this wasn’t the outcome we hoped for, it has been a true privilege to spend the past several months meeting so many incredible people throughout our district. I am deeply grateful for the support, encouragement, and trust I received from family, friends, neighbors, and community members along the way.

“We live in a remarkable district filled with hardworking, caring people who want the very best for their families and communities. Those conversations, friendships, and experiences will remain the greatest reward of this campaign.

“I want to congratulate my opponent and wish them success as they serve District 17. The challenges and opportunities facing our community are bigger than any one campaign, and I remain hopeful about the future of our district and our state.

“Thank you to everyone who volunteered, displayed a yard sign, shared a post, donated, offered encouragement, or simply took the time to talk with me. Your support meant more than you know.

“Although this chapter has come to an end, my commitment to this community has not. It has been an honor to earn your support, and I look forward to continuing to serve and contribute in meaningful ways.

“Thank you, District 17.

“Sam Barlow”

In the Davis County Commission Seat A race, former Bountiful Mayor Kendalyn Harris led the way with 43.23% (16,132 votes). Scott Fletcher was second with 30.27% (11,296 votes) and John Adams had 26.50% (9,891 votes).

In the Davis County Clerk race, incumbent Brian McKenzie led Jona Whitesides 63.16% (23,248 votes) to 36.84% (13,558 votes).

In Senate District 5, the lone Democratic primary in Davis and Weber counties, Christina “CJ” Hernandez led Dakota Wurth 58.71% (1,824 votes) to 41.29% (1,283 votes).

In the 2nd Congressional District race, Blake Moore was the projected winner over Karianne Lisonbee, and in the 3rd Congressional District, which covers a portion of Weber County, Celeste Maloy was the projected winner over Phil Lyman, according to Decision Desk HQ on X.

Moore led Lisonbee 57.52% (45,027 votes) to 42.48% (33,258 votes), according to electionresults.utah.gov as of 11:24 p.m., while Maloy led Lyman 67.40% (56,610 votes) to 32.60% (27,385 votes).

Contact Standard-Examiner editor Ryan Comer at rcomer@standard.net.