Donald DeWitt is the Republican candidate for the House of Delegates, District 6 race. DeWitt is a 58-year-old Moundville resident. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English from West Liberty State College. DeWitt has a background of around 20 years in law enforcement. He was hired as a patrolman in Moundsville in 1998. He moved to the detective role for the department in 2012. Following his detective career, DeWitt became McMechen’s police chief in 2018. Currently, he works as a court security officer at the Federal Building in Wheeling. DeWitt ran for Marshall County magistrate in 2020. In 2024, he ran for Moundsville City Council at-large and won. In the 2026 primary, DeWitt defeated incumbent Del. Jeff Stephens. His campaign focuses include reducing taxes/strengthening the economy, improving education systems, improving healthcare and supporting the coal industry.
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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