Lance Wheeler is a native West Virginian who attended the University of Kentucky where he got a degree in economics. Wheeler was elected to the Kanawha County Commission in 2020 where he served as commission president. As a commissioner, he was a supporter of prioritized local economic development, fiscal restraint, law enforcement support, and expanding regional recreational trails. He won the three way Republican primary for District 8 defeating the incumbent Sen. Kevan Bartlett. Wheeler is a father to two daughters and resides in Charleston. His campaign says he is known for his hands on approach to serving the citizens of West Virginia by promoting fiscal responsibility, safer communities, quality education, better jobs and open transparency. He is running on gun rights, energy protections and bringing jobs to West Virginia.
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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