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.
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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.
Webster/Monroe General Election Results
SHERIFF
(Vote for one)
☐ Breandan Mullins
COUNTY CLERK
(Vote for one)
☐ Kaelan Dillon
PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
(Vote for one)
☐ Ian Riffle
CIRCUIT CLERK
(Vote for one)
☐ Preston Nixon
ASSESSOR
(Vote for one)
☐ Levi Dalton
COUNTY COMMISSIONER
(Vote for three)
☐ Grayson Lamka
☐ Colton Rinehart
STATE SENATE
(Vote for two)
☐ Chris Robins
☐ Logan Jones
HOUSE OF DELEGATES
(Vote for four)
☐ Noah Smith
☐ Jacob Keener
☐ Deacon Roberts
MAYOR
(Vote for one)
☐ Jonathan Maier
CITY COUNCIL
(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.
Marion County General Election Results
SHERIFF
(Vote for one)
☐ Lucca Troullos
COUNTY CLERK
(Vote for one)
☐ Maddox McKay
PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
(Vote for one)
☐ Mason Smith
CIRCUIT CLERK
(Vote for one)
☐ Linton Zheng
ASSESSOR
(Vote for one)
☐ Beau Farley
COUNTY COMMISSIONER
(Vote for three)
☐ Aiden Rowan
☐ Dempsey Phares
☐ Jon Jett
STATE SENATE
(Vote for two)
☐ Brodie Barker
☐ Ayden Semashko
HOUSE OF DELEGATES
(Vote for four)
☐ Clifford Drach
☐ Joshua Roberts
☐ Zane Stewart
☐ Cole Parsons
MAYOR
(Vote for one)
☐ Cole Parsons
CITY COUNCIL
(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.
Marion County General Election Results
SHERIFF
(Vote for one)
☐ Wyatt Jefferson
COUNTY CLERK
(Vote for one)
☐ Robert Brandmeir
PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
(Vote for one)
☐ Jack Young
CIRCUIT CLERK
(Vote for one)
☐ Liam Kruse
ASSESSOR
(Vote for one)
☐ Dylan Fink
COUNTY COMMISSIONER
(Vote for three)
☐ Bryce Isner
☐ Silas Schetrom
STATE SENATE
(Vote for two)
☐ Aidan Lowther
☐ Zachariah Turner
HOUSE OF DELEGATES
(Vote for three)
☐ William Hopkins
☐ Garth Beck
MAYOR
(Vote for one)
☐ Kieran Laughner
CITY COUNCIL
(Vote for three)
☐ Timothy Hetrick III
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.
RANDOLPH COUNTY OFFICIAL BALLOT
PRIMARY ELECTION
SHERIFF
(Vote for one)
o Albert Lermineaux IV
COUNTY CLERK
(Vote for one)
o Jaiden Alexander Edwards
PROSECURING ATTORNEY
(Vote for one)
o Michael Hutnick
CIRCUIT CLERK
(Vote for one)
o Ellic DeWitt
ASSESSOR
(Vote for one)
o Braeden Shaprs
COUNTY COMMISSIONER
(Vote for three)
o (EvDog) Evan Gaughan
o Isaac Yoho
o Alexander Card
STATE SENATE
(Vote for two)
o Brayden Strouse
o Leeland Greaser
HOUSE OF DELEGATES
(Vote for three)
o Maxwell Hillen
o James Alkire
o Cade Heflin
ELKINS CITY OFFICIAL BALLOT
PRIMARY ELECTION
MAYOR
(Vote for one)
o Joseph Clerecuzio
CITY COUNCIL
(Vote for three)
o Bryce Cookus
o Brady Darway
o Rylan Perry
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.
KANAWHA COUNTY OFFICIAL BALLOT
GENERAL ELECTION
SHERIFF
(Vote for one)
Aidan Phillips – 32
COUNTY CLERK
(Vote for one)
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
CHARLESTON CITY OFFICIAL BALLOT
PRIMARY ELECTION
MAYOR
(Vote for one)
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.
FOR GOVERNOR
Vote for 1
| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| (Will) William Northey | 132 | 58.93% |
| James McMillion | 82 | 36.61% |
| Write-In Totals | 10 | 4.46% |
Total Votes Cast: 224
FOR SECRETARY OF STATE
Vote for 1
| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| Vic Chen | 158 | 70.54% |
| (Stonewall) Jackson VanHoose | 66 | 29.46% |
| Write-In Totals | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Votes Cast: 224
FOR AUDITOR
Vote for 1
| 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
FOR TREASURER
Vote for 1
| 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
FOR COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE
Vote for 1
| 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
FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL
Vote for 1
| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| Dash Carey-Squire | 162 | 72.65% |
| Torben Heinbockel | 59 | 26.46% |
| Write-In Totals | 2 | 0.90% |
Total Votes Cast: 223
As Boys State continues to foster leadership, civic engagement, and community impact, the Party Conventions stand as a crucial milestone in the journey toward governance. Citizens will gather to debate, refine, and vote on party platforms that represent their vision for the future of West Virginia. This year, the Federalist and Nationalist parties have developed distinct yet impactful plans to address the state’s most pressing challenges.
Federalist Party Platform
The Federalists emphasize economic growth and infrastructure investment as the foundation of West Virginia’s progress. Their priorities include:
- Mass Infrastructure Projects – Significant funding for roads, disaster relief, and public works to boost long-term development.
- Generating Business – Deregulation and lower capital gains taxes to encourage entrepreneurship and job creation.
- Healthcare – Breaking up monopolies to improve competition and access to quality care.
- Agriculture – Incentives for young farmers to stay in West Virginia and subsidies for small and medium-sized farms to strengthen local food production.
Nationalist Party Platform
The Nationalists focus on public welfare, environmental preservation, and innovative approaches to economic renewal. Their core initiatives include:
- Water Safety – Monthly inspections for private water companies with tax incentives for compliance.
- Tourism Growth – A statewide social media campaign to highlight West Virginia’s natural beauty and attract more visitors.
- Energy & Infrastructure – Repurposing abandoned coal mines for nuclear energy while maintaining coal and natural gas industries.
- Marijuana Legalization – Regulations for safety and revenue generation through taxed recreational marijuana.
- Health & Research – Increased academic funding to combat the opioid crisis, mental health challenges, and obesity through medical advancements.
With these platforms setting the stage for debate, Boys State Citizens will have the opportunity to engage in policy discussions, propose amendments, and vote on leadership within their respective parties. The conventions serve as an invaluable experience in democratic participation and governance.
Stay tuned for updates as the conventions unfold and leaders emerge to shape the direction of Boys State 2025!
The Law Enforcement Division at the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State (ALMBS) is one of the program’s most dynamic and hands-on components, designed to simulate real-world public safety operations. The division is split into two key areas: the State Police, responsible for enforcing laws and maintaining order throughout Boys State, and the Natural Resource Police, who focus on environmental protection and wildlife regulations within the state simulation.
Citizens selected to serve in Law Enforcement go through a structured application and interview process early in the week. Candidates are evaluated on their leadership potential, situational awareness, communication skills, and ability to uphold the core values of ALMBS. Training includes procedural instruction, patrol duties, and collaboration with the judiciary and corrections branches.
Congratulations to the 2025 ALMBS Law Enforcement officers! Whether serving in the State Police or Natural Resource Police, your commitment to service, justice, and leadership helps ensure the success of our simulated government and the safety of all Boys State citizens.
| Citizen Name: First | Citizen Name: Last | Cottage (Citizens) | Law Enforcement Staff Position |
| Alex | Yeager | Monroe | State Police |
| Blake | Moss | Marion | State Police |
| Brody | Hill | Lewis | State Police |
| Brody | Wills | Upshur | State Police |
| Colton | Stanley | Monroe | Natural Resource Police |
| Draven | Donahoe | Panhandle | State Police |
| Eli | Combs | Panhandle | Natural Resource Police |
| Garrett | Kohel | Kanawha | State Police |
| Jackson | Stover | Monroe | Natural Resource Police |
| Jasper | Murrin | Randolph | Natural Resource Police |
| Kristopher | McDaniel | Marion | Natural Resource Police |
| Mason | Phillips | Kanawha | Natural Resource Police |
| Mason | Riley | Lewis | Natural Resource Police |
| Michael | Newbraugh | Webster | State Police |
| Ryan | Chandler | Randolph | State Police |
| Samuel | Flower | Upshur | Natural Resource Police |