2 candidates are tracked for Harrison County Circuit Clerk, Unexpired Term on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Doug Cornelius and Steve Johnson. Candidate information follows official Harrison County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
2 candidates are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Harrison County Circuit Clerk, Unexpired Term, per the West Virginia Secretary of State's certified candidate database.
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Democrat
Doug Cornelius is the Democratic candidate for Harrison County Circuit Clerk. Cornelius was sworn in as circuit clerk after the death of former clerk Albert Marano and filed to run to keep the position, per WBOY-TV. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.
Republican
Steve Johnson is the Republican candidate for Harrison County Circuit Clerk. Johnson spent 31 years in law enforcement with the Harrison County Sheriff's Department, working closely with the Circuit Clerk's office, per news coverage of the race. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.
Who is running for Harrison County Circuit Clerk, Unexpired Term in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Harrison County Circuit Clerk, Unexpired Term on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Doug Cornelius and Steve Johnson. Candidate information follows official Harrison County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Harrison County Circuit Clerk, Unexpired Term 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 Harrison County ballot?
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Candidate roster from official Harrison County and state election office filings, last verified September 25, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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