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Thurston County deputies arrested a man accused of dealing drugs after a Tuesday night pursuit that led into Pierce County.

Smith is the offensive coordinator in Miami, where head coach Mike McDaniel calls the plays. Smith, 43, also impressed the Seahawks interviewing with them last January for the head job in Seattle.

Julie Meredith brings deep experience and leadership and a strong commitment to public service to this role,” the governor-elect said in a statement.