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West Virginia County Commissioner Elections

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 5, 2026

The 2026 West Virginia County Commissioner elections will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect county commissioners across West Virginia's 55 counties. These partisan races determine local governance, including budget oversight, infrastructure management, and public services administration.

About This Race

The 2026 West Virginia County Commissioner elections will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect county commissioners across West Virginia's 55 counties. These partisan races determine local governance, including budget oversight, infrastructure management, and public services administration.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 5, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 26, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 2, 2026

How to Vote

West Virginia residents can register to vote online through the Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at their county clerk's office. Voters must present a valid ID at the polls, such as a driver's license, passport, or military ID; early voting is available from October 26 to November 2, 2026, at designated county voting locations.

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Republican

James E. Justice II

County Commissioner

Biography

James E. Justice II is a lifelong West Virginia resident and small business owner from Charleston who is running on a platform of fiscal responsibility, infrastructure modernization, and government transparency. He previously served on the Kanawha County Planning Commission and seeks to bring private-sector efficiency to county operations.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Sarah Lee Watkins

County Commissioner

Biography

Sarah Lee Watkins is a public school teacher and community organizer from Huntington with over 15 years of experience in education advocacy and local nonprofit leadership. She is running to expand access to mental health services, improve public transit, and ensure equitable development across Wayne County.

Campaign Website

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