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Hillary, Chelsea stop to listen to services at First United Methodist Church on Sunday

2008-05-11T22:34:11.643412-04:00

HUNTINGTON -- It was a special day Sunday at First United Methodist Church in Huntington. Not only was it Mother's Day and Pentecost, but Sen. Hillary Clinton and her daughter, Chelsea, were in the pews of the beautiful church at 1124 5th Ave.

Video: Huntington mayoral candidates outline their plans

2008-04-20T14:58:36.741962-04:00

Seven people are running for Huntington mayor: Democrats David Felinton, Bob Bailey, Lucille “Lucy” Wight and Shawn Bresnahan, Republican Kim Wolfe and Independents Tom McCallister and Robin Howell.

Certain contests raising interest

2008-05-10T23:19:34.564675-04:00

HUNTINGTON -- Although some factors might suggest larger-than-usual participation in Tuesday's West Virginia primary election, local officials aren't so sure voter turnout will even match typical numbers. MORE STORIES.

Independent voters must ask for party ballot to vote in partisan races

2008-05-10T23:20:01.960010-04:00

HUNTINGTON -- In order for registered "No Party" or "Other" voters to vote for a presidential candidate in Tuesday's primary election, nonpartisan voters must request a Democratic or Republican ballot at the polling place.

The primary election at a glance

2008-05-10T23:18:01.403883-04:00

Following are summaries of the federal, state and local offices at stake in the West Virginia Primary Election on Tuesday, May 13. For details on the candidates and their views on the issues, go to herald-dispatch.com, click on the News tab and then click on the Election 2008 tab.

Workings of the school board election

2008-05-10T23:14:13.390893-04:00

The Cabell County School Board election process is a bit complicated. Candidates run from the school system's five districts, but all county voters can choose from among all the candidates -- not just those from their district. Each district does not necessarily have a representative, but no more than two board members can come from the same district.

School board race to be decided Tuesday

2008-05-10T23:20:51.091320-04:00

HUNTINGTON -- For candidates seeking to serve on the Cabell County School Board, there is no tomorrow after Tuesday's West Virginia primary election. That election will determine which two of the eight candidates will serve on the board, starting their four-year terms on July 1.

Candidates for magistrate suggest tougher punishments

2008-05-09T23:16:50.820128-04:00

HUNTINGTON -- Many of the 18 candidates seeking the Democratic Party's nomination for Cabell County Magistrate say tougher punishments and fewer delays are needed in the court system.

Court candidates talk about qualifications

2008-05-10T00:09:24.814792-04:00

HUNTINGTON -- The Democratic primary for the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals is only a few days away, and thus far the race has generated little of the fervor on display in 2004.

Sierra Club endorses Nelson for House

2008-05-09T23:43:17.518194-04:00

HUNTINGTON -- Robert "Bobby" Nelson, a candidate for one of the three open state delegate seats in District 16, was recently endorsed by the West Virginia Sierra Club Political Committee for his support of pro-environmental legislation.