Henry Corby Dillon is the Republican incumbent running for another term in the House of Delegates for District 29, which includes Mingo and Wayne counties. He lives in Fort Gay. Dillon was first elected to the House in 2022. He works in education in the Mingo County school system and has an academic background in English, secondary education, and leadership. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Marshall University, a masters degree in secondary education, and a doctorate in leadership. Dillon has focused much of his political work on issues affecting southern West Virginia communities, including employment, education, transportation and economic development. He also pointed to forestry, agriculture, and energy as industries with potential for economic growth. Dillon won the Republican nomination in the 2026 primary and will face Democratic challenger Wendy Coleman in the November general election.
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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