West Virginia State Senator Mike Woelfel (D-Cabell) says he won't be seeking reelection in 2026 after more than ten years.

Some voters could find themselves unable to cast ballots for their preferred candidate in the Mountain State’s May 12 primary.

West Virginia Sen. Mike Woelfel, a Democrat representing Cabell County, will not run for reelection this year, he said Wednesday. Woelfel, an attorney, was first elected to the Senate in 2014. He’s in his third term as senator.

With midterms coming up this year, middle school students in West Virginia have an opportunity to leave their mark.

Secretary of State Kris Warner announced the launch of a statewide “I Voted!” sticker contest for 8th graders in West Virginia.

Secretary of State Kris Warner has launched a statewide “I Voted!” sticker contest for West Virginia 8th graders.

Jay Taylor, the majority whip of the West Virginia Senate, announced Monday he is seeking reelection, citing his conservative voting record, leadership role and focus on rural

Jay Taylor, Majority Whip of the West Virginia State Senate, announced his campaign for reelection, citing a strong conservative record of results, proven leadership, and a commitment to rural West Virginia.

In 2026, it might be an off-year election in the Mountain State, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t offices on the ballot across West Virginia and a need for qualified candidates for public service. Election filing season in West Virginia begins Jan.

With the midterm election slated for 2026, people are reminded about registering to vote and how there will be a number of offices up for election with deadlines for candidates to file in the coming weeks.

CHARLESTON — West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner announced Monday that the candidate filing period for the state’s May 12 primary election will run from Jan. 12 through Jan.