Wendy Coleman is the Democratic candidate for House of Delegates District 29. Coleman is from Williamson in Mingo County and works as a Title XIX Case Manager. Coleman is running against Republican incumbent Henry Dillon in the November 2026 general election. She says she has focused her campaign on issues including the affordability of everyday life, education and infrastructure. Her background as a case manager gives her experience working directly with people and families in the community. During the 2026 legislative session, Coleman spoke publicly about proposed funding for water and infrastructure projects, arguing that more funding was needed to address urgent infrastructure needs. She has also spoken about accountability and transparency involving the use of taxpayer money for education programs. Coleman won the Democratic nomination in the May 2026 primary.
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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