The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State is taking shape for its 87th annual session, with 220 high school juniors from 38 of West Virginia’s 55 counties already applying to attend the week-long leadership academy at WVU Jackson’s Mill this June. Spots remain open—eligible juniors can apply now at https://apply.wvboysstate.org before the class fills.
Although our initial notional deadline of November 11, 2025, has passed, we want to reassure schools that it is not too late to submit their list of eligible and recommended junior male students for the 2026 American Legion Mountaineer Boys State (ALMBS) program.
📍The map below shows which schools have already submitted their lists—thank you for helping us kick off recruitment! If your school isn’t represented yet, we encourage you to take action now and ensure your students don’t miss out on this life-changing opportunity.
Governor Patrick Morrisey, West Virginia’s 36th Governor, delivers a closing address to the Citizens of The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State. Drawing on decades of public service, he shares leadership lessons and a call to serve with conviction.
Senator Shelley Moore Capito addresses The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State, sharing her experiences as West Virginia’s first female U.S. Senator and her guidance on public service, responsibility, and community leadership.
Panhandle General Election Results – In this engaging activity, citizens are encouraged to fulfill their civic duty by participating in the General Election, where they have the opportunity to choose representatives who will advocate for their interests. The message emphasizes the importance of each vote in shaping the future of the community and invites citizens to carefully consider the candidates before casting their ballots.
In this engaging activity, citizens are encouraged to fulfill their civic duty by participating in the General Election, where they have the opportunity to choose representatives who will advocate for their interests. The message emphasizes the importance of each vote in shaping the future of the community and invites citizens to carefully consider the candidates before casting their ballots.
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☐ Breandan Mullins
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☐ Kaelan Dillon
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☐ Ian Riffle
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☐ Preston Nixon
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☐ Levi Dalton
(Vote for three)
☐ Grayson Lamka
☐ Colton Rinehart
(Vote for two)
☐ Chris Robins
☐ Logan Jones
(Vote for four)
☐ Noah Smith
☐ Jacob Keener
☐ Deacon Roberts
(Vote for one)
☐ Jonathan Maier
(Vote for three)
☐ Donald Parks
☐ Psyron LeMay
☐ Trevor Mills
In this engaging activity, citizens are encouraged to fulfill their civic duty by participating in the General Election, where they have the opportunity to choose representatives who will advocate for their interests. The message emphasizes the importance of each vote in shaping the future of the community and invites citizens to carefully consider the candidates before casting their ballots.
(Vote for one)
☐ Lucca Troullos
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☐ Maddox McKay
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☐ Mason Smith
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☐ Linton Zheng
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☐ Beau Farley
(Vote for three)
☐ Aiden Rowan
☐ Dempsey Phares
☐ Jon Jett
(Vote for two)
☐ Brodie Barker
☐ Ayden Semashko
(Vote for four)
☐ Clifford Drach
☐ Joshua Roberts
☐ Zane Stewart
☐ Cole Parsons
(Vote for one)
☐ Cole Parsons
(Vote for three)
☐ Joshua Roberts
☐ Lucca Troullos
☐ Ayden Semashko
In this engaging activity, citizens are encouraged to fulfill their civic duty by participating in the General Election, where they have the opportunity to choose representatives who will advocate for their interests. The message emphasizes the importance of each vote in shaping the future of the community and invites citizens to carefully consider the candidates before casting their ballots.
(Vote for one)
☐ Wyatt Jefferson
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☐ Robert Brandmeir
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☐ Jack Young
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☐ Liam Kruse
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☐ Dylan Fink
(Vote for three)
☐ Bryce Isner
☐ Silas Schetrom
(Vote for two)
☐ Aidan Lowther
☐ Zachariah Turner
(Vote for three)
☐ William Hopkins
☐ Garth Beck
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☐ Kieran Laughner
(Vote for three)
☐ Timothy Hetrick III
In this engaging activity, citizens are encouraged to fulfill their civic duty by participating in the Primary Election, where they have the opportunity to choose representatives who will advocate for their interests. The message emphasizes the importance of each vote in shaping the future of the community and invites citizens to carefully consider the candidates before casting their ballots.
SHERIFF
(Vote for one)
Aidan Phillips – 32
COUNTY CLERK
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Adam Davis – 12
PROSECURING ATTORNEY
(Vote for one)
Ethan Phillips – 2
CIRCUIT CLERK
(Vote for one)
Noah Galloway – 8
ASSESSOR
(Vote for one)
Elijah Lanigan – 32
COUNTY COMMISSIONER
(Vote for three)
Xander Leivestad
Avery Lipscomb
Victorino Valendin
STATE SENATE
(Vote for two)
Brycen Miles – 29
Kethan Neginhal – 28
HOUSE OF DELEGATES
(Vote for three)
(Willy) Jackson Willis – 23
Daniel Yearego – 20
(Daniel) Danylo Panivnyk – 17
MAYOR
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o Jared Terlosky – 14
CITY COUNCIL
(Vote for three)
o Trenton Renner – 32
o (Minecraft) Adam Davis – 31
In this engaging activity, citizens are encouraged to fulfill their civic duty by participating in the Primary Election, where they have the opportunity to choose representatives who will advocate for their interests. The message emphasizes the importance of each vote in shaping the future of the community and invites citizens to carefully consider the candidates before casting their ballots. It also highlights the upcoming General Election on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, as the next step in the democratic process, fostering a sense of community engagement and responsibility.
Thank you to all the citizens who participated in the 2025 Boys State General Election. Your enthusiasm, dedication, and willingness to serve are what make this program a true reflection of civic engagement and leadership development. We especially want to recognize and thank all the candidates—whether elected or not—for having the courage to run for office, engage in public discourse, and contribute meaningfully to the democratic process at ALMBS. Your efforts exemplify what it means to be a citizen-leader.
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| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| (Will) William Northey | 132 | 58.93% |
| James McMillion | 82 | 36.61% |
| Write-In Totals | 10 | 4.46% |
Total Votes Cast: 224
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| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| Vic Chen | 158 | 70.54% |
| (Stonewall) Jackson VanHoose | 66 | 29.46% |
| Write-In Totals | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Votes Cast: 224
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| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| (Vava) Alvaro Yemba | 183 | 81.70% |
| (Garth Vader) Garth Beck | 41 | 18.30% |
| Write-In Totals | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Votes Cast: 224
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| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| Trace McLaren | 158 | 71.17% |
| (The Third) Timothy Hetrick III | 62 | 27.93% |
| Write-In Totals | 2 | 0.90% |
Total Votes Cast: 222
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| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| (The Beacon) Noah Daniel | 129 | 57.85% |
| (G.G.) Gabriel Gainer | 94 | 42.15% |
| Write-In Totals | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Votes Cast: 223
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| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| Dash Carey-Squire | 162 | 72.65% |
| Torben Heinbockel | 59 | 26.46% |
| Write-In Totals | 2 | 0.90% |
Total Votes Cast: 223
