Lori Cowger Dittman currently serves as the delegate for District 63 in the West Virginia House of Delegates. District 63 includes Braxton and Gilmer counties. Dittman first took office on Dec. 1, 2022, and was reelected without opposition in 2024. In the May 2026 primary for the Republican Party, she defeated Wesley Self with approximately 75% of the vote. She will face Democratic nominee Kevin Westley Carpenter in the November general election. Dittman graduated from Braxton County High School and continued her education at Fairmont State College and West Virginia University (WVU). She has worked as a teacher and small business owner. Her professional background connects closely with her stated interest in education, workforce preparation and economic development. During the 2026 legislative session, Dittman was the lead sponsor of 10 bills. She currently chairs the House Higher Education Committee. Her campaign priorities include reducing taxes, expanding the homestead exemption, supporting public education and increasing access to vocational training. Dittman has also said she supports improvements to roads, bridges and broadband service.
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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