Wise exit triggers scramble for 2nd District nomination
In the Democratic race for West Virginia 2nd District, four contenders vied after Rep. Bob Wise left Congress. Humpreys, investing about 3 million dollars, led with 41 percent as results came in 43 percent of precincts, over Martha Walker at 30 percent and Ken Hechler at 24 percent. Beth Taylor had 5 percent. Hechler pledged support for Humpreys in the fall. Capito and John Brown ran unopposed on the GOP and Libertarian sides respectively for November.
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Allen Advocates Tough Drug Crackdown Plan
Virginia style Exile model would jail dealers far from home under federal drug enforcement. Allen proposes harsher penalties for crack and meth, more task forces, and church grants for anti-drug projects, while Democrats critique tax cuts and prescription drug relief.
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Gallaher defeats Adkins in WV GOP primary for Byrd bid
In West Virginia, David Gallaher of Beckley won the Republican primary over Garry Adkins of Kenova with 54 percent of the vote as 72 percent of precincts reported. Gallaher will challenge Senator Robert Byrd and Libertarian Joe Whelan in the fall, citing environmental and economic balance. Adkins said Byrd's impeachment vote prompted his candidacy.
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Incumbents Sweep Mercer Magistrate Primary Victory
Incumbents won the Mercer County magistrate race in an unoffical county vote with all 62 precincts reporting. Jim Dent led with 5 114 ballots followed by R D Danny Falkiner 4 788 Mike Flanagan 4 772 Jerry Flanagan 4 178 and Roy Compton 3 941. Richard Rick Fowler led defeated challengers with 2 859 and Mike McReynolds 2 119 T R Earnest 2 049. Dent former Bluefield police chief sought reelection to serve the public and the magistrate office. Flanagan sought a second term citing rewarding experience. Falknner retired state trooper aimed to maintain confidence in the legal system. Flanagan hoped to continue serving Mercer County and to improve life quality. he is a former Princeton mayor. Compton current chief magistrate sought a third term and said records are public. Fowler Air Force retiree campaigned to continue serving the country. McReynolds WWE WCW wrestler vowed innovative ideas and community contact. Earnest did not comment.
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Incumbents Face Re-Election in West Virginia Delegates Race
Incumbents and newcomers campaign across districts 23 through 25 with familiar figures like Browning and Staton defending or retaining seats. Frederick pursues jobs and education record from Bluefield while Hancock gains support in District 24. Flanigan and Wills run separately in District 25, with Boggess appealing in Princeton and Wills pledging steady service to the state.
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Swope Wins Mercer County Circuit Court Nomination
In unofficial results Swope led the field for the circuit court seat left by Judge Knight, with 4 078 votes or 44 88 percent. Pace 29 07 Bayless 20 96 and Czarnik 5 08 percent trailed in Princeton Mercer County note. Incumbent Judge Frazier ran unopposed for re election.
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Caldwell and Skeens vie for 10th District State Senate seat
In Mercer and surrounding counties the 10th District race shows Caldwell applauding opponents and recounting local wins while Skeens, a 32-year Mercer County teacher, highlights community service and local board roles. Incumbent Homer Ball reports broad support across counties and lists legislative wins and bills backed, including Safe Schools and Tuition Trust Fund.
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