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What to know about West Virginia’s 2026 elections
Elections and votingVoters will decide a U.S. Senate race and contests for both of West Virginia’s U.S. House districts on Nov. 3, 2026.
The Ballot West Virginia News DeskSep 26, 2026
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Two convicted on election-related charges in Cabell County
Elections and votingThe West Virginia Secretary of State announced convictions involving Jan Hite King and another Cabell County resident.
The Ballot West Virginia DeskSep 20, 2026
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Democrats question need for West Virginia Amendment 1
Elections and votingThe November measure would place a U.S. citizenship requirement for voting in the West Virginia Constitution.
The Ballot West Virginia News DeskSep 19, 2026
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West Virginia voters to decide citizen-only voting amendment
Elections and votingA proposed amendment on citizen-only voting will go before West Virginia voters in November.
The Ballot West Virginia DeskSep 18, 2026