Hancock County, West Virginia

Hancock County Commissioner

Bates and Jones are on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Hancock County election filings.

About this race

2 candidates are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Hancock County Commissioner, per the West Virginia Secretary of State's certified candidate database.

What this office does

County commissioner. The county board is the county's legislative and, in most states, executive body. Commissioners adopt the county budget and property tax rate, oversee roads, the jail, public health, planning and zoning in unincorporated areas, and appoint or confirm department heads. In counties with an elected county executive or judge, the board's role is mainly the budget and ordinances.

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Brianne Bates

Democrat

Biography

Brianne Bates is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Hancock County Commissioner, per the West Virginia Secretary of State's certified candidate database. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.

Ronnie D. Jones

Republican

Biography

Ronnie D. Jones is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Hancock County Commissioner, per the West Virginia Secretary of State's certified candidate database. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Hancock County Commissioner in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for Hancock County Commissioner on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Brianne Bates and Ronnie D. Jones. Candidate information follows official Hancock County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Hancock County Commissioner election in West Virginia?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for West Virginia are on the West Virginia election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Hancock County ballot?

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Candidate roster from official Hancock County and state election office filings, last verified September 25, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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West Virginia House District 1 West Virginia House District 2 Hancock County Circuit Clerk, Unexpired Term See all 5 Hancock County races

Candidate profiles

Brianne Bates, full profile Ronnie D. Jones, full profile Official West Virginia election office