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Preston County, West Virginia

Preston County Commissioner

2 candidates are tracked for Preston County Commissioner on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Dale Preston McCray and Nicholas James Thorn. Candidate information follows official Preston County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

2 candidates are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Preston 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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Dale Preston McCray

Democrat

Biography

Dale Preston McCray is the Democratic nominee for Preston County Commissioner, per news coverage of the race. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.

Nicholas James Thorn

Republican

Biography

Nicholas James Thorn is the Republican nominee for Preston County Commissioner, per WDTV. No campaign website was found as of September 20, 2026.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Preston County Commissioner in 2026?

2 candidates are tracked for Preston County Commissioner on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Dale Preston McCray and Nicholas James Thorn. Candidate information follows official Preston County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Preston 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 Preston County ballot?

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Verify this race

Candidate roster from official Preston 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 83West Virginia House District 84Preston County County Clerk, Unexpired TermSee all 5 Preston County races
Candidate profiles
Dale Preston McCray, full profileNicholas James Thorn, full profileOfficial West Virginia election office