West Virginia election news
- PoliticsThe Register-Herald, Beckley, W.Va.
Raleigh County Democrats looking for candidates for commission vacancy
The Raleigh County Democratic Executive Committee has roughly two and a half weeks to nominate a candidate to run for the vacant Raleigh County Commission seat. As of Monday, Raleigh County Democratic Executive Committee Co-Chair Danielle Stewart said the committee had no candidates. Stewart said she has been talking with a few local people who have considered running though a lack of ...
2 min read - PoliticsWBOY Clarksburg
VideoWest Virginia Democrats attending the DNC endorse Vice President Harris
With the Democratic National Convention less than a month away, the Democratic Party appears to be inching closer and closer to nominating Vice President Kamala Harris to be the party's nominee in the 2024 presidential election, including those from West Virginia.
- USBluefield Daily Telegraph, W.Va.
Poll worker recruitment underway in West Virginia
Jul. 26—princeton — Counties across West Virginia continue to seek and recruit people wanting to serve their communities and play a part in history when Election Day arrives this November. National Poll Worker Recruitment Day is a national day of action established by the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) in 2020 to inspire civic engagement and encourage people to sign up to become a ...
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Absentee ballots in West Virginia
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Absentee ballots are a way for those who are unavailable to vote in-person to still cast their vote. Absentee ballots are available online in West Virginia. In West Virginia, certain registered voters may receive and vote an absentee ballot bymail. West Virginians are encouraged to vote in person if you are […]
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Registering for voting in the new election season
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Participating in voting is a right most American citizens hold. As the many twists and turns of the presidential election continue, many are asking questions and registering to vote. Voter registration is available to make sure voter rolls are accurate and up to date. West Virginia is one of the states […]
1 min read - PoliticsThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
Local officials respond to Biden announcement
Jul. 23—MORGANTOWN — "It's going to be a very interesting summer, " Monongalia County Commission President Sean Sikora said Tuesday when asked about President Joe Biden's departure from the 2024 presidential race. The Dominion Post reached out to local elected officials at the city and county level to get their input on the historic announcement that the sitting president would not seek a ...
4 min read - PoliticsBluefield Daily Telegraph, W.Va.
Area Democrats express support for Harris after Biden exits the race
Jul. 23—Southern West Virginia's Democrats were either rallying Monday behind Vice President Kamala Harris or waiting for the Democratic National Convention to see who they will back for the nomination in the wake of President Joe Biden's announcement Sunday that he will not seek reelection. Party Chair Mike Pushkin of the West Virginia Democratic Party spoke Sunday after the president made ...
3 min read - USThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
GOP Treasurer Riley Moore has big money lead in congressional race against Democrat Steven Wendelin
Jul. 22—MORGANTOWN — In the race to succeed Rep. Alex Mooney in the state's Second Congressional District, Republican State Treasure Riley Moore held a significant financial advantage over Democratic contender Steven Wendelin. Their July Quarterly FEC reports, covering April-June, showed Moore's campaign entering the third quarter — July-September — with $240, 606.85 cash on hand, compared to ...
4 min read - PoliticsCBS News Videos
VideoWest Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin says he won't run for president, advocates for "mini primary"
West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, a former Democrat turned Independent, said he will not run for president for the Democratic presidential nomination after President Biden dropped out of the race Sunday. Manchin did advocate for some type of contested primary as Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the frontrunner.
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Sen. Joe Manchin Addresses Rumors Of Harris Challenge, Calls For 'Mini Primary'
The Democrat-turned-independent encouraged finding out "if you have the strongest candidate, whether it could be Kamala or whoever else."
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Joe Manchin, one of the few threats to Kamala Harris, says he won't take her on
Joe Manchin ruled out a presidential run, saying he won't challenge Kamala Harris, but called the decision to rally behind her so quickly a 'mistake.'
2 min read - PoliticsThe Telegraph
Moderate Joe Manchin eyes rejoining Democrats to challenge Kamala Harris
Joe Manchin is said to be considering returning to the Democrats to make a last-minute bid for the presidential nomination in the wake of President Joe Biden’s exit from the race.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Recount
Video"I am not going to be a candidate": Joe Manchin says he won't run for president, but criticizes quick rush for Harris.
Well, I was going to ask you about that mini primary, you bring up a good point about President Biden. There's a human being behind this. There's a family. It was a difficult decision. He's made it. And now the country is grappling with what should happen next. You mentioned a mini primary. Are you raising your hand to say, I'll be candidate number one in that primary? First of all, let me make it very clear to you, Tony, I am not going to be a candidate for president. I'm a candidate for basica
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VideoJoe Manchin considering presidential bid, aide says
Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, who is now a registered independent, is considering re-registering as a Democrat and running for president, a close political aide to the 76-year-old senator told CBS News. Chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more on that, and CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the latest on Vice President Kamala Harris' movements since announcing she would seek the Democratic nomination and accept President Biden's endorsement.
- PoliticsThe Independent
Joe Manchin becomes latest senator to call for Biden to quit 2024 race
West Virginia senator’s own retirement threatens to hand Senate to Republicans
3 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Sen. Joe Manchin joins calls for Biden to drop out of the presidential race
Sen. Joe Manchin joins calls for Biden to drop out of the presidential race.
4 min read - PoliticsUSA TODAY
Sen. Joe Manchin calls on Joe Biden to 'pass the torch,' drop out of 2024 election
Sen. Joe Manchin joined the expanding chorus of lawmakers who think President Joe Biden should call it quits in the 2024 election.
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VideoJoe Manchin calls on Biden to end presidential bid
Plus, former President Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance held their first campaign rally together in Michigan.
- PoliticsThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
Big spending differences between candidates in three local state Senate races
Jul. 17—MORGANTOWN — In three local state Senate races, one was very likely decided in an expensive primary. In another, an unopposed candidate saw a challenger emerge after the primary. An in the third, the supermajority incumbent faces a third-party challenger operating, so far, on a bit less than a shoestring. Here is a look at their campaign finances, from their 2nd Quarter reports ...
2 min read - USThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
A look at campaign finances for area House of Delegates races
Jul. 17—MORGANTOWN — Here's a look at campaign finances for contested area House of Delegates races following the May primary and heading into the November general election. Numbers come from their 2nd Quarter reports, covering April 29-June 30. Some races have only one candidate on the ballot and are not covered here. Monongalia County 78th District Incumbent Republican Geno Chiarelli faces ...
4 min read - PoliticsBluefield Daily Telegraph, W.Va.
Miller praises Trump's pick for vice president
Jul. 17—welch — A current member of Congress said Tuesday while visiting McDowell County that former president Trump's choice for a running mate is somebody who understands the people of Appalachia. The former president announced Monday at the Republican National Convention in Wisconsin that he had chosen U.S. Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio to run for vice president. Vance, now 39, received the ...
2 min read - PoliticsThe Independent
Jim Justice’s Babydog steals show on second night of Republican convention
The English bulldog is a frequent presence at Jim Justice’s political appearances
2 min read - PoliticsThe Hill
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice appears on convention stage with pet bulldog Babydog
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice (R) delivered his address on the second night of the Republican National Convention alongside his pet bulldog Babydog. Chants of “Babydog” broke out in the audience as Justice, who’s running for retiring Sen. Joe Manchin’s (I-W.Va.) seat, took the stage. Justice claimed the dog, already a crowd-pleaser as she sat…
1 min read - BusinessWest Virginia Watch
West Virginia Dem candidates spend little as summer campaigns kick off
The first campaign finance reports since May’s primary election were filed this week, showing that Republicans in nearly all contested state-level races are vastly outspending and outraising their Democratic opponents. The reports cover a two-month period between April 29 and June 30, meaning they include about two weeks of information before the May 14 primary, […]
3 min read - USThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
After spendy primary, Republican Mark Hunt heads into auditor's race financially behind Democrat Mary Ann Claytor
Jul. 12—MORGANTOWN — In the race for state auditor, Republican Mark Hunt finished the primary election season with a campaign account disadvantage compared to Democrat Mary Ann Claytor. But Hunt had to prevail in a four-way primary where two of his opponents had far-more money to work with and the runner-up spent almost four times as much. The numbers come from their 2nd Quarter finance ...
3 min read - SportsThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
In secretary of state race, Republican Kris Warner spends less than GOP primary rivals but wins the nomination
Jul. 11—MORGANTOWN — In the race for secretary of state, Democrat Thornton Cooper held a substantial financial lead over Republican Kris Warner — who's aiming to succeed his brother Mac Warner — at the end of June. Cooper had no primary opponent, while Warner had to fend off three GOP rivals — two of whom far outspent him. And while Warner donated a small amount to his campaign account, all ...
3 min read - BusinessThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
Republican J.B. McCuskey well ahead of Democrat Teresa Toriseva for campaign finances in attorney general race
Jul. 10—MORGANTOWN — Republican state auditor J.B. McCuskey will face Democratic Wheeling attorney Teresa Toriseva in the race for attorney general in November. Both entered the general election season with small campaign accounts for running a statewide race—but McCuskey won an expensive primary and was still well ahead of Toriseva in money terms, according to their 2nd Quarter finance ...
2 min read - PoliticsBluefield Daily Telegraph, W.Va.
Warner wants 'conversations' on path forward for Democrats
Jul. 10—A Virginia lawmaker is calling for "conversations about the strongest path forward" for Democrats this fall. U.S. Senator Mark Warner, D-Va., issued a brief statement Tuesday urging President Joe Biden to make an aggressive push for his re-election to voters. He also used the statement to blast former President Donald Trump. "Another Trump term would be perilous for rule of law and for ...
1 min read - BusinessThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
In governor's race, Republican Morrisey holds huge money lead over Democrat Williams
Jul. 9—MORGANTOWN — Republican Attorney General Patrick Morrisey holds a strong fundraising — and spending — lead over Democratic Huntington Mayor Steve Williams in their race for governor. Morrisey prevailed over five other Republicans in the May primary to win the nomination. During the second quarter — April 29, just before the primary, through June 30 — Morrisey received $1, 688, 449.27 in ...
3 min read - USThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
Michael: Council should consider expanding sleeping ban beyond parks
Jul. 6—MORGANTOWN — The city of Morgantown has more laws on the books about sleeping in its parks than it does about sleeping on its downtown sidewalks. As long as you're not blocking a public right of way, city code contains no specific prohibition on camping or sleeping anywhere other than public parks. Leadership with the Morgantown Police Department confirmed as much to The Dominion Post ...
3 min read - OpinionThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
EDITORIAL: Granville should move elections in line with primary
Jul. 4—Granville is considering moving its municipal elections in line with primary elections, following in the footsteps of Westover and Star City. We fully support the move—after all, the results from this past primary speak for themselves. With Star City's local elections on the ballot in May, the town saw voter turnout triple compared to its past two standalone elections (jumping from a ...
1 min read - PoliticsWBOY Clarksburg
VideoWest Virginia gubernatorial candidates walk in Ripley Fourth of July parade
As always during an election year, the Ripley Fourth of July parade was filled with candidates running for office, including the Democratic and Republican candidates for West Virginia governors.
- USThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
Morgantown Council selects Abu-Ghannam over Trumble as city's next mayor
Jul. 2—MORGANTOWN — Morgantown City Council on Tuesday voted 4-2 to select Joe Abu-Ghannam over Danielle Trumble to serve as the city's mayor for the next 365 days. Jenny Selin, who's served as mayor for the last three years, was selected as deputy mayor on a 6-1 vote. The process was quick, but not without peculiarities. The selection of mayor and deputy mayor is the first order of business ...
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City of Hinton holds swearing in ceremony for mayor, city council
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — The city of Hinton held the swearing in ceremony for the office of mayor and for city council on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Two new members of city council were sworn in; Janima Bond and Lee Ann Goins, as well as two incumbent members being re-sworn in; Jim Leslie, and Roberta […]
1 min read - PoliticsBluefield Daily Telegraph, W.Va.
'It was a train wreck:' Biden's performance at debate fails to impress area voters
Jun. 29—Area voters that tuned in Thursday night and watched President Joe Biden debate former President Donald Trump said Friday morning that they came away unimpressed and concerned. Political commentators spoke Friday morning about the president "rambling" while Trump responded "with energy." Local voters shared their own opinions. "It was a train wreck," said Nelson Linkous of Bluewell. ...
2 min read - USBluefield Daily Telegraph, W.Va.
Citizens ask Mercer County Commission to look at recently passed school levy
Jun. 29—princeton — Citizens attending the Mercer County Commission's most recent meeting argued that the school levy approved during the May Primary Election should have been put on the General Election ballot so the county's residents would have more time to review it. Allen Muzzelman of Princeton said he has a business in Mercer County, and he questioned whether the last school levy should ...
3 min read - USThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
Granville exploring move onto county's primary ballot
Jun. 29—MORGANTOWN — The town of Granville is looking to follow Star City and Westover onto the county ballot. Granville Town Council will conduct a public hearing and vote on July 9 regarding an ordinance to hold a special election as part of the county's general election ballot, in November. The town's voters will be asked if they support a move in-cycle with the county. Should council ...
3 min read - PoliticsBluefield Daily Telegraph, W.Va.
Area residents plan on watching tonight's debate between Trump and Biden
Jun. 27—bluefield — Watching a president and a former president debate for an hour and a half tonight is a must-see television event for many voters wondering what could happen after they go to the polls in November. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are coming face-to-face tonight for the first presidential debate of the 2024 general election. The event starts at 9 p.m. ...
2 min read - USThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
County clerks take a look at primary turnout, purging voter rolls, during annual training
Jun. 26—MORGANTOWN — County clerks from across the state took a look back at the May primary and a look ahead at coming elections on Wednesday. The occasion was the 2024 annual training for county clerks and deputies, held at the Marriott at Waterfront Place, with 52 of the 55 county clerks attending. Deke Kersey, chief deputy secretary of state, provided the overview. Primary turnout was ...
2 min read - PoliticsThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
Secretary of State Mac Warner praises county clerks for running free, fair, clean elections
Jun. 26—MORGANTOWN — Back in 2016, some prominent Democrats hollered that President Donald Trump was an illegitimate president. In 2020, Republicans were hollering "rigged election, " and we had the Jan. 6 insurrection in 2021. And now people on both sides are preparing to holler "rigged " if the other side wins. Secretary of State Mac Warner told county clerks from across the state on ...
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WVU Tech president responds to prospect of new local government in City of Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The president of West Virginia University Institute of Technology in Beckley said he was looking forward to working with an incoming mayor and four newly elected Beckley Common Council members in the City of Beckley, who are expected to be in office soon. The new elected officials, along with interim city […]
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Joe Manchin Signals He'll Vote For Biden In November
The West Virginia senator, who registered as an independent after leaving the Democratic Party, says he loves his country "too much to vote for Donald Trump."
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West Virginia Democrats gear up in eastern panhandle for fall election
MARTINSBURG, W.Va. (DC News Now) — The dust may have settled on West Virginia’s May primary but nominees are now focused on victory in November’s election. For Democrats, the past two decades have presented daunting challenges, but they’re hoping to turn the tide this year. In the eastern panhandle, Republican Tom Willis unseated Senate President […]
1 min read - USThe Register-Herald, Beckley, W.Va.
Hall appointed to Raleigh Commission
A former West Virginia legislator and local business owner was selected to fill the vacant seat on the Raleigh County Commission. During a meeting Tuesday, Raleigh commissioners unanimously approved the appointment of Republican Daniel Hall to the District 1 Raleigh County Commission seat. The position was previously held by Dave Tolliver, who passed away on June 3. After Hall’s appointment ...
4 min read - PoliticsTimes West Virginian, Fairmont
Attendees notice news media snub at W.Va. State Democratic Convention in Charleston
Jun. 17—CHARLESTON — One form of political animal was conspicuously absent from the 2024 West Virginia State Democrats Convention this past weekend in Charleston. No news media showed up. "It's a failure because they're presuming the outcome instead of reporting to voters and letting them decide," Teresa Toriseva, candidate for state Attorney General, said. "Journalism is supposed to be ...
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West Virginia Democrats hope structural changes fulfill inclusion promises
Jun. 15—CHARLESTON — After Sam Brown Petsonk concluded unveiling the new platform state Democrats intend to adopt this year, Jacqui Lewis stood and asked a rather pointed question. "What happens is, we get lip service when it comes actually us being included," Lewis, who is an activist, said. "It doesn't happen without a fight. And to me, that's voter suppression. So, I would like for all of ...
4 min read - PoliticsTimes West Virginian, Fairmont
West Virginia Democrats aim to rebuild party expectations at state convention
Jun. 15—CHARLESTON — Kathryn Prather and Rylee Birkett both sit at the end of a long table at the back of the South Hall within the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center on June 14. A sparse number of Democratic delegates mingle in loose clusters around the cavernous hall. It's only four p.m., but by 6:30 p.m., the hall will be full. For now, people are still filing in for the 2024 West ...
6 min read - PoliticsThe Register-Herald, Beckley, W.Va.
Former W.Va. legislator in consideration for Raleigh Commission seat
A replacement for Raleigh County Commissioner Dave Tolliver, who recently passed away, will be voted on at the next commission meeting. The Raleigh County Commission will vote on appointing Republican Daniel Hall to fill Tolliver’s seat at its next meeting at 10 a.m. Tuesday in commission chambers on North Heber Street. If commissioners approve Hall’s appointment, he will serve as a ...
1 min read - OpinionThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
EDITORIAL: Exec order isn't an election takeover
Jun. 12—The way West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner talks about President Biden's Executive Order No. 14019, you would think the executive branch was trying to wrest control of elections from the states and impose a federalized system. We read the executive order in question and find ourselves wondering if Warner—and the eight other secretaries of state who filed an amicus brief with ...
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UPDATED: Raleigh County Commission may appoint Daniel Hall as new commissioner, Duckworth to serve as president
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Raleigh County Commissioner Greg Duckworth is expected to be appointed president of Raleigh County Commission during a special meeting on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, Raleigh County Commissioner Linda K. Epling said on Monday, June 10, 2024. Duckworth’s appointment comes after the June 3, 2024, death of Raleigh County Commission President Dave […]
1 min read - PoliticsAssociated Press
Joe Manchin isn't a candidate 5 months before the election. But he still has time to change his mind
Every election cycle, it seems, Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia tries to find the best fit for himself, dragging both sides of the political aisle — and an entire home-state electorate — along for a wobbly ride. After recently switching his party affiliation from Democrat to independent, the 76-year-old Manchin is content to leave the Senate in January “and be able to hold a more normal life, if you will.” The rutted path he's chosen, while not necessarily surprising, leaves voters who haven
7 min read - OpinionThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
EDITORIAL: The phantom campaigns of Joe Manchin
Jun. 5—Current U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin recently changed his voter registration from Democrat to "unaffiliated " (aka, independent). This is noteworthy, though not surprising. Manchin has reiterated several times over the last several years that he's felt the national Democratic Party has moved too far left for his tastes, and he follows the path laid by Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, who changed ...
2 min read - USThe Register-Herald, Beckley, W.Va.
Process to fill vacant Raleigh commission seat explained
Raleigh County voters will decide in November who will serve the remainder of Raleigh County Commissioner Dave Tolliver’s term following his death on Monday from an apparent heart attack at his home at the age of 76. Tolliver, a Republican and in his third term as a Raleigh County commissioner, had four years remaining in his term. He was first elected to the board in 2010 and was reelected ...
2 min read - OpinionThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
EDITORIAL: Facts, not politics, convicted Trump
Jun. 4—Let's start with the indisputable facts. In 2018, Donald Trump's former personal lawyer Michael Cohen pled guilty to multiple charges, including campaign finance violations directly related to the $130, 000 in "hush money " he paid adult film star Stormy Daniels to keep quiet that she and Trump had a sexual encounter in 2006. In April this year, Trump was charged with 34 felony counts ...
3 min read - PoliticsThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
West Virginia politicians comment on Trump conviction
May 31—MORGANTOWN — Reaction among West Virginia politicians to the New York City conviction of former President Trump on 34 felony counts aligns with their party affiliations. Trump was found guilty by a Manhattan jury Thursday of 34 felony counts related to a scheme during his 2016 presidential campaign to pay off a porn actor who said the two had sex. Whether he will go to prison will be up ...
3 min read - PoliticsWVNS Bluefield
Raleigh County party leaders react to Trump’s conviction
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Leaders of both the Raleigh County GOP and Raleigh County Democrats on Friday, May 31, 2024, reacted to former President Donald Trump’s conviction on 34 felony counts related to “hush money” payments in New York. Raleigh County GOP President Julie Kominsky said she believes the verdict is unjust. Kominsky said Trump […]
1 min read - PoliticsDeseret News
Sen. Joe Manchin shakes things up for Democrats by becoming an independent
West Virginia senator's move to independent status echoes concerns of party polarization.
3 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Sen. Joe Manchin leaves the Democratic Party and registers as an independent
West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin is leaving the Democratic Party and registering as an independent, raising speculation about a run for Senate or governor.
4 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
Joe Manchin registers as independent, raising questions about political plans
Democratic senator makes announcement several months after saying he would not run for re-election or for president
2 min read - PoliticsUnited Press International
Sen. Joe Manchin leaves Democratic Party, registers as independent
Sen. Joe Manchin on Friday announced he has left the Democratic Party and registered as an independent at the West Virginia State Capitol.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Daily Beast
Joe Manchin Officially Ditches the Democratic Party
West Virginia U.S Sen. Joe Manchin left the Democratic party on Friday, announcing his new registration as a political independent.“Today, our national politics are broken and neither party is willing to compromise to find common ground,” Manchin said in a statement reported by Axios.“To stay true to myself and remain committed to put country before party, I have decided to register as an independent with no party affiliation and continue to fight for America's sensible majority.”Read more at Th
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West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin registers as an independent
Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, a longtime Democrat, announced on Friday that he is registering as an independent.
2 min read - PoliticsPeople
Sen. Joe Manchin Switches Party Registration to Independent, Prompting Speculation About His Political Future
Manchin was a rare Democrat representing West Virginia in the Senate. He previously announced that he would not run for reelection in 2024, but now some are wondering if he's changed his mind
2 min read - PoliticsAssociated Press
Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia registers as independent, citing 'partisan extremism'
Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced Friday he has switched his registration to independent, raising questions about his political plans since the move could help his chances should he seek elected office again in a state that has turned heavily Republican. Manchin, 76, has often been at odds with the Democratic Party and an obstacle to many of President Joe Biden’s legislative priorities. Manchin has served in the Senate since 2010 and is the chairman of the Energy and Natur
4 min read - PoliticsThe Independent
Joe Manchin leaves the Democratic Party amid speculation he’ll run for West Virginia governor
The retiring senator has been weighing whether to run for governor as he grows increasingly dissatisfied with his party
1 min read - PoliticsTimes West Virginian, Fairmont
Republicans and Democrats snipe at each other about the W.Va., governor's race
May 31—FAIRMONT — On Wednesday, the Charleston Gazette-Mail finally cornered Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., and nailed the elusive lawmaker to a concrete position on the governor's race. He would not be running. For weeks, however, rumors swirling around a potential Manchin run refused to dissipate. Manchin himself did little to dissuade the rumors either. A look at the rumors themselves and where ...
4 min read - USThe Fayette Tribune, Oak Hill, W.Va.
Fayette County election results certified
May 30—The Fayette County results of the May 2024 primary election were officially certified during a meeting of the Fayette County Commission on Tuesday, May 28. According to Fayette County Clerk Michelle Holly, there were no major shifts in races, although the canvass resulted in a tie vote for one of the Montgomery City Council seats. The tie had earlier become evident after the board of ...
4 min read - OpinionThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
EDITORIAL: Let voters decide on abortion directly
May 29—We're not fans of special legislative sessions (which you already know if you regularly read our editorials). However, every once in a blue moon, they can be justified, and the concurrent May interims and special session showed that they can be done responsibly, without abusing taxpayer resources. That is why we suggest Gov. Jim Justice call a second special session to coincide with the ...
3 min read - NewsWOWK Charleston
VideoWayne County public services levy passes by one vote after canvassing
The official numbers are in, and the Wayne County Public Service Excess Levy, which addresses ambulance response times, passed in the Primary Election by one vote.
- USThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
Tatar wins Westover tiebreaker as part of canvassing process
May 20—In the end, the winner of Westover City Council's third at-large seat was decided by crumpled sheets of paper pulled from a plastic storage bin in a best-of-seven format. Duane Tatar took the tiebreaker over Edie Viola after his name was drawn in four of the first six pulls. Tatar and Viola, the two incumbents in the four-person race, came into Monday's primary election canvassing ...
3 min read - OpinionThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
EDITORIAL: One-third of voters decided our future
May 18—For better or worse, the first of this year's elections is now behind us. And voter turnout was disappointingly low. We could throw a bunch of numbers at you, but here are the highlights: Statewide, 30.32 % of registered voters cast ballots in the primary election, and no county had participation higher than 45 %; in fact, most had turnout rates in the high 20s to mid 30s. In Monongalia ...
3 min read - USThe Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.
Westover City Council seat could be decided with a coin flip
May 18—According to West Virginia Code, the future makeup of Westover City Council may come down to a coin flip, a slip of paper pulled from a hat or some other game of chance. Tuesday's primary election ended with two of the four Westover City Council candidates tied for third in a race for three at-large council seats. Based on the unofficial totals, Randy Barnett and Mark Gall secured seats ...
3 min read - OpinionThe Register-Herald, Beckley, W.Va.
Dems MIA but turnout suffers across the board
May 17—Come on, West Virginia, we can do better at this privileged exercise known as participatory democracy than what we showed in the primary elections, culminating Tuesday, when an underwhelming 30.32% of eligible voters — less than one in three — bothered to show up to cast a ballot. In a couple of counties in these woods — we're looking at you, McDowell (22.63%), Fayette (28.15%) and ...
3 min read - NewsWOWK Charleston
Video'Wet' or 'Dry' vote on the ballot for Flatwoods, Ky
To drink or not to drink, that's the question for Flatwoods, Kentucky residents, and the answer will come after the primary election on Tuesday.
- USWVNS Bluefield
Beckley Common Council members say city manager controversy influenced recent election
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — On Tuesday, two members of Beckley Common Council lost bids for their Council seats, with voters replacing incumbent Tom Sopher in Ward One and Bob Canter in Ward Two. Two members of Beckley Common Council who cast opposing votes last year on whether or not to change the city’s form of […]
2 min read - PoliticsWest Virginia Watch
Four West Virginia Senate incumbents lose seats during Republican primary
West Virginia Senate President Craig Blair was among four senators who lost their seats to opponents in the Republican primary election Tuesday. Blair, R-Berkeley, lost to Tom Willis, an attorney in Martinsburg. Willis brought in 44% percent of the vote to Blair’s 32%. A third candidate, former Del. Mike Folk, took 23% of votes. Folk […] The post Four West Virginia Senate incumbents lose seats during Republican primary appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
5 min read - OpinionThe Register-Herald, Beckley, W.Va.
Citizens support schools, fire depts.; Hard work pays off
May 16—Thumbs up to Raleigh and Wyoming county voters for again passing their school excess levies. In Wyoming County, the excess levy passed by an overwhelming margin; 2,768 (81.29%) voted in favor of the levy, while 637 (18.71%) voted against it in the unofficial returns. The vote canvass is scheduled for Monday. The margin was significant in Raleigh County, too, where nearly 73% of voters ...
4 min read - USThe Fayette Tribune, Oak Hill, W.Va.
Fernett unseats Louisos in GOP Fayette commission race
May 16—One of Fayette County's most visible races in the May 2024 primary featured the incumbent county commission president, Tom Louisos, facing stiff competition. On the Republican side of the ballot, Louisos was challenged by Mike Harvey and Greg Fernett. The expected competition played out in the numbers throughout Tuesday evening, and Fernett eventually captured the upset. As the first 10 ...
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