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Three candidates for three at-large seats, including two incumbents (Vice Mayor Brad Arrowood and Alice Woods); Mayor Michele Edwards did not file for re-election, per Yahoo News/The News Leader and the Virginia Department of Elections' certified candidate list.
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Brad D. Arrowood is the sitting Vice Mayor of Staunton, per Yahoo News/The News Leader, and is seeking re-election to City Council.
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William L. (Billy) Vaughn is Staunton's former director of economic development, who retired in 2024 after about 10 years in the role, per Yahoo News/The News Leader.
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Alice L. Woods is a sitting Staunton City Council member, per Yahoo News/The News Leader, running for re-election.
Questions about this race
Who is running for Staunton City Council in 2026?
3 candidates are tracked for Staunton City Council on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Brad D. Arrowood, William L. "Billy" Vaughn and Alice L. Woods. Candidate information follows official Staunton City election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Staunton City Council election in Virginia?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Virginia are on the Virginia election hub at theballotbrief.com.
How do I see my exact Staunton City ballot?
Enter your ZIP code in the lookup at theballotbrief.com for the statewide and congressional races, or a full street address to add the county, city and district contests for that location.
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