Darren Thorne is the current incumbent representing Senate District 15. He served in the House of Delegates representing District 89 in 2022 and won reelection in 2024. In 2025, Thorne was assigned to the Senate by former Gov. Jim Justice filling the vacancy left by Charles Trump IV. During his time in the House, his committee worked on legislation regarding education, agriculture, economic development, and insurance. Currently, he serves as the Vice Chair of the Senate Agriculture Committee. Thorne is a life-long resident of Hampshire County and a farmer, a former truck-driver and has been married to his wife for 32 years raising twins on his family farm. He is an advocate for school choice, medical choice and non-compulsory vaccination options, including philosophical and religious exemptions. His campaign says he supports the Right to Farm Act, and supports restrictions on foreign entity ownership of agricultural land.
Demolition Slated For Thurmond Area Of New River Gorge Despite Protests
Construction and building removal work is scheduled to begin in late November in the Prince, Thurmond and Brookside areas of New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, despite resistance.
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