Political Candidates Announcements

Senator Charles Clements was appointed to the Senate in 2017 to fill the unexpired term of Kent Leonhardt when he was elected Commissioner of Agriculture. He was elected to a full term in 2018. He is a former businessman and tax advisor for H&R Block.

Since the Republicans took control of the Legislature in 2015, we have turned a $400 million deficit into an over $1 billion surplus. This has been accomplished by a responsible, conservative government. We have removed barriers to economic growth; we have passed legislation which has removed West Virginia from the “Judicial Hellhole” with which we have been associated for many years. We have improved our highways and are expanding broadband throughout the state. 

I will continue to keep West Virginia on a path to sustainable employment for all. If we see meaningful employment, many of our problems will go away. I fully support law enforcement and treatment to combat our drug problems. Education, workforce development and infrastructure will be among my priorities. Development of our roadways is important for economic growth. While we see improvement in our roads, it is difficult to repair years of neglect is a short time.

Denver Burnside for 

Board of Education

I want to thank each of you that voted for me in the Primary Election. Your support was very much appreiated, but due to circumstances beyond our contrl weare going to have to run the Board of Education Election once again in  November. I would ask for your help and support once again on November 8th! Thank-you so much for your help and support

Your friend,

Denver Burnside

Hello Fellow Citizens,

My name is Shawn Glaspell and I am running for my second term for the Doddridge County Commission on the Republican ticket. I want to thank you, the citizens of Doddridge County, for your support during my tenure in office. 

As the current President, I work alongside my fellow Commissioners, and in cooperation with our elected officials and Courthouse staff, to make significant improvements in our County. The Commission has collaborated with supporting staff, the Economic Development Authority, and the PSD to secure over 20 million dollars in state and federal funding. This funding has made it possible to extend and improve broadband internet service and increase the availability of municipal water within the County through many past and current water projects. Grant funding also made possible the construction of a new communication tower to serve the southern area of Doddridge County with the primary goal to provide better emergency communication for law enforcement and emergency services, reducing response time in those areas. The Commission has invested over $500,000 in the City of West Union to pave city streets. We have worked with our Doddridge County Parks & Recreation Board to make upgrades and improvements to our Park for the enjoyment of our citizens. The beautiful campground, splash pool, and many other updated attractions have made it a destination for local recreation. Our continued funding to the Solid Waste Authority makes it possible to maintain trash collection on our primary roads. We have worked alongside the West Fork Conservation District to improve creek blockages for the local farmers and landowners. 

My goal as Commissioner is to be of service to everyone in our County. While the projects we fund and support might not serve every individual, it is my aim to improve the circumstances for Doddridge County citizens as a whole. Once again, thank you for your past and continued support, and I look forward to serving you for another 6 years.  As always, please feel free to call me anytime with questions concerning our county.  Thank You

Sincerely,

Shawn A. Glaspell