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Sunday, May 06, 2012
G-Hype™: Candidate for Gilmer County Magistrate - Bill Stalnaker - Democrat - 2012
Bill Stalnaker is running for Gilmer County Magistrate.
He moved back to Gilmer County in 2003 after being employed in Nicholas County for 16 years.
He is the son of Bill and Betty Stalnaker of Baldwin. He is married to Debbie Stalnaker, wife of 30 years. They have two children, both residing in Gilmer County. Niki Ramezan, branch manager of United Bank and husband Jonathan; and Cody Stalnaker, field sales representative for Weatherford International and wife Kristin. They have two grandchildren Greyson Ramezan and Mason Stalnaker and one more on the way.
He is self-employed as owner/operator of Stalnaker Oil & Gas LLC. He has been a small business owner for 18 years.
He is a member of the Glenville First Baptist Church where he serves on the board of trustees. He is also an active participant with the FBC Cancer Fund for Gilmer County.
In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, being a grandpa, golfing, hunting, fishing and just being outdoors.
Bill would like the opportunity to serve the people of Gilmer County. He feels the citizens of this county deserve to be treated fairly.
“I will not be accepting any campaign contributions. I will not be affiliated with any special interest groups, therefore if elected I will be able to treat each individual the same. He is an honest, ethical hardworking citizen of the county and look forward to having the opportunity to serve you.”
“I would appreciate your vote for Bill Stalnaker as Gilmer County Magistrate. Thank You.“
G-Hype™: John Moss for Gilmer County Commission -2012
Hello, I am John Moss and I am running for the office of the Gilmer County Commission. I was raised in Gilmer County all my life and currently reside on Spruce Run off of Cedar Creek. I am married to Pamela Hickman Moss and we have two children together. My daughter, Ashley, graduated from Glenville State College and currently works at Gil-Co Faith Pharmacy. My son, Travis, works in the Oil and Gas Industry.
I have been serving Gilmer County for the last twenty-three years in law enforcement and I am currently the Police Chief for the City of Glenville. The best part of my present job is meeting and talking with the public and assist them when they need help. Therefore, my primary goal at being in the office of County Commission is to work with the people in our community and give them a voice for what could be done to improve Gilmer County.
Over the years, Gilmer County has developed a bad name and its about time we change it to bring back its good name. To do this, the office of County Commission needs to let the public know the decisions being made and the subjects that are up for review.
Also, our present County Commission has started a project of starting our own 911 center here in Gilmer County. Not only will this allow for better service, it will provide more available jobs for the people of our community. If elected to the office of the County Commission, I will continue to help the elderly, by helping the senior citizens, the EMS and all the Fire departments located in Gilmer County.
In conclusion, the primary reason why I am running for the office of County Commission is because I was raised here, and I want it to be a good place for my future grandchildren to be raised. I want the public to have a voice of what should or could be done to improve Gilmer County and bring back its good name.
Thank you for your support.
John Wm. Moss
Election 2012: Carol Wolfe Candidate for Gilmer County Magistrate
G-Hype™: Norma Hurley – Candidate for Gilmer County Commission - 2012
If I have learned anything from recent events it is this.
“The world is a dangerous place. Not because of the people who are evil;
but because of the people who don’t do anything about it. Albert Einstein
Hello, this is Norma Hurley. As candidate from Center District I seek a seat on the Gilmer County Commission where I will always be available to make your voices heard on matters of public importance. I hope to shake off public apathy and assist the people in becoming part of their local government once more.
I would start with efforts to increase public knowledge when it comes to actions involving tax dollars. I encourage and support every effort toward greater transparency and accountability in all matters coming before the Commission or any public body. I feel if you accept the credit when things are good you must take the responsibility when (being human) things go bad. We must not pass the buck.
This would be an exciting opportunity to put people before politics and work within the Commission and with our Legislature to consider the effect of any action, at the county wide level, every time. Without the people Gilmer County would not exist. You are important. We are laboring under a weak economy as the population shrinks and economic growth is stagnant. Every decision sets a precedent, becomes a blueprint of this county’s future. I do not want to see the lines on the map blurred. I do not want us to lose our identity as Gilmer County.
If elected I will encourage communication and making public information more readily available prior to decisions so that all concerned Gilmer County Citizens can be more aware and informed. I will always be ready to search out or guide you to the answer to any question. People must feel free to express any concern, contribute ideas and feel confident they are included in the process whose purpose is to serve the greater good. I would like to be part of making that happen.
G-Hype™: Candidate for Gilmer County Magistrate - Alton Skinner - Democrat - 2012
G-Hype™: Lori Rosenburg Republican Candidate for Magistrate of Gilmer County - 2012
Lori Rosenburg, a Troy resident officially filed her Certificate of Announcement for Candidacy on January 12, 2012, to run for Magistrate as a Republican in the 2012 Elections in Gilmer County.
Rosenburg is a recent December 2011 graduate of Glenville State College with a Bachelor’s of Behavioral Science Degree in Psychology/Sociology, with a minor in Criminal Justice – Cum Laude (with Honors).
She has been a resident of Gilmer County since 2004 when she and her husband Jason purchased their home here. She has one son Cary Barlow, a promise scholarship recipient who currently attends Glenville State College (sophomore) who was recently accepted into the Teaching program at Glenville State College.
Mrs. Rosenburg is dual certified in both Corrections and Law Enforcement in the State of Florida and worked as a Correctional Officer for the Florida Department of Corrections. She also worked as an armed guard for the Wackenhut Corporation in Florida as well as California and was on a global response team that gave her the opportunity to work at NASA in Florida after the 9/11 tragedy guarding the Kennedy Space Center.
Lori who has a Class A CDL, most recently worked as a contractor driving fuel tankers for the US Military forces in Fallujah, Iraq with her Husband Jason from November of 2007 until she was injured and had to return home in June of 2008. Her husband Jason, who has been working in Iraq since 2006, is currently based in Baghdad and takes classes at GSC part time (online). Jason supports Lori 100% in her choice to run for Magistrate and they together will pay all costs incurred for her campaign; they will not accept any donations or hold any fundraisers.
Rosenburg is looking forward to running for Magistrate in this 2012 Election, because Justice and Equality in the Criminal Justice system are two things she feels are most important especially when it concerns our citizens. She promises to be Firm, Fair, and Consistent; without favoritism. Rosenburg feels that all of these things are essential when you are working for the people; the taxpayers and citizens.
Election 2012: Dr. Bill Simmons – Candidate for Gilmer County Board of Education
To the Voters of Gilmer County:
After a long career in public school and higher education which covered everything from teaching seventh grade English through being Chancellor of the West Virginia Board of Regents, I have decided to put my education and experience to use in bringing positive changes to Gilmer County Schools. While all educational systems are complicated and face continual challenges, there are key factors that must exist and be known and understood if our students are to receive a competitive educational experience. From my own educational history and from forty plus years of teaching and administrative experience, I understand what it takes to make a successful school or school system.
If I am elected to the Gilmer County Board of Education, I can promise an honest effort to accomplish the following goals for our schools:
(1) Address the deficiencies cited in the State audit and regain control of the County School System.
(2) Insist on hiring the most capable teaching and administrative staff for the County.
(3) Work to have a comprehensive study of the County’s facilities needs done by an outside, independent professional study group.
(4) Develop a long-range plan for Gilmer County Schools which sets forth a vision for our county schools including goals of achievement and unique program opportunities for the future. Plan must be communicated and understood by school personnel, parents and the general public.
(5) Promise a County System that is transparent, open and accountable.
(6) Develop clear lines of communication from the schools to the public.
Thanking you in advance for your support.
William K. Simmons, Ph.D.
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G-Hype™: Candidate for Gilmer County Assessor - Gary Wolfe - Democrat - 2012
Thursday, May 03, 2012
Election 2012: Patrick Morrisey, Republican candidate for Attorney General
Patrick Morrisey, Republican candidate for Attorney General, asked when Darrell McGraw would publicly express his preference for President:
“Voters deserve to know where candidates stand on the issues and who they will endorse for President. I will vote for our nominee, Mitt Romney, and will stand against the President’s policies that are crippling our state. Where does Darrell McGraw stand on his choice for President? Will we need to wait until our series of debates before we learn the answer to that question?”
Saturday, April 28, 2012
G-Hype™: Carol Wolfe for Magistrate -2012
G-Hype™: Berk Reed for Sheriff - 2012
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
West Virginia Early Voting Period Begins Wednesday 04.25.12
Early voting for West Virginia’s May 08 primary election starts this week.
The early voting period begins Wednesday, April 25, 2012 and continues through May 05, 2012.
West Virginia elections officials say early voting is available at various county locations across the state during regular business hours and on the two Saturdays before the primary.
Officeholders facing primary opponents include U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, U.S. Congresswoman Shelley Moore Capito and Governor Earl Ray Tomblin.
Five Democrats are seeking the nomination to succeed retiring Agriculture Commissioner Gus Douglass, while six are running in the two-seat Supreme Court race.
GFP - 04.24.2012
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We need a clean sweep of our courthouse. Out with all of those who have held office or been employed there. If you have been employed in the court house for more than one term, you have in all probability become part of the machine. You certainly could not have held a job for 30 years on that hill without being one of the good old boys or girls. Please vote out the old and put in the new. Experience can mean I have gone along with all the foul deeds for along time.
By Clean Sweep on 04.24.2012
We especially don’t need anyone in office that has any connection to law enforcement in this county. Too many personal favors under the bridge.
By Try Another Way on 04.24.2012
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Tuesday, April 17, 2012
G-Hype™: WALT HELMICK - Candidate for WV Commissioner of Agriculture - 2012
Gilmer County Primary Election 2012: John Moss for Gilmer County Commission
Hello, I am John Moss and I am running for the office of the Gilmer County Commission. I was raised in Gilmer County all my life and currently reside on Spruce Run off of Cedar Creek. I am married to Pamela Hickman Moss and we have two children together. My daughter, Ashley, graduated from Glenville State College and currently works at Gil-Co Faith Pharmacy. My son, Travis, works in the Oil and Gas Industry.
I have been serving Gilmer County for the last twenty-three years in law enforcement and I am currently the Police Chief for the City of Glenville. The best part of my present job is meeting and talking with the public and assist them when they need help. Therefore, my primary goal at being in the office of County Commission is to work with the people in our community and give them a voice for what could be done to improve Gilmer County.
Over the years, Gilmer County has developed a bad name and its about time we change it to bring back its good name. To do this, the office of County Commission needs to let the public know the decisions being made and the subjects that are up for review.
Also, our present County Commission has started a project of starting our own 911 center here in Gilmer County. Not only will this allow for better service, it will provide more available jobs for the people of our community. If elected to the office of the County Commission, I will continue to help the elderly, by helping the senior citizens, the EMS and all the Fire departments located in Gilmer County.
In conclusion, the primary reason why I am running for the office of County Commission is because I was raised here, and I want it to be a good place for my future grandchildren to be raised. I want the public to have a voice of what should or could be done to improve Gilmer County and bring back its good name.
Thank you for your support.
John Wm. Moss
Monday, April 16, 2012
Gilmer County Primary Election 2012: Carol Wolfe for Magistrate
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Gilmer County Primary Election 2012: Berk Reed for Sheriff
Sunday, April 08, 2012
G-Hype™: Brent Boggs WV House Majority Leader Files for Reelection 2012
On the first day of the candidate filing period, Monday, January 09, 2012, House Majority Leader Brent Boggs filed for reelection to the West Virginia House of Delegates.
Delegate Brent Boggs was first elected as a representative of the 34th District, which includes Braxton County and a portion of Gilmer County, in 1996.
He was appointed to serve as Vice-Chairman of the House Finance Committee in 2006 by House Speaker Richard Thompson.
In 2008, Speaker Thompson appointed Delegate Boggs as House Majority Leader. Boggs also recently served as Chairman of the House Select Committee on Redistricting.
“I very much enjoy my work in the House of Delegates serving the residents of Braxton and Gilmer Counties,” Boggs stated. “I hope that my efforts in the Legislative have earned the trust and confidence of the constituents of the 34th District.” He added, “I am excited about this upcoming election and look forward to having the opportunity to continue my service in the Legislature, should the voters of Braxton and Gilmer Counties reelect me to another term.”
Monday, April 02, 2012
Gilmer County Primary Election 2012: Norma Hurley for Gilmer County Commission
HI, MY NAME IS NORMA HURLEY
I ASK FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF MY ELECTION AS
GILMER COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Making it a priority to put the needs of the people of Gilmer County before politics is my number one goal and a big part of why I have entered this race.
I support fair and equal application of the laws of our land and it is my belief that government officials must use ethics and morals with the law when making decisions which affect the lives of the people they represent.
In case you haven’t heard, I stand up for the right to a quality education in a healthy environment for the children of our communities and SUPPORT THE RIGHT OF THE PEOPLE TO MAKE THOSE CHOICES!
I support the voice of the people in the election process. I believe we are entitled to representation for our taxation AND THE RIGHT TO NO MORE BACK ROOM DEALS. I offer transparency plus accountability. I know no other way.
I fully support the return of 911 to Gilmer County but would like to see first class equipment and training for the first class service we deserve. I want to work closely with Commissioners, State and Federal Agencies, all Elected Officials and the Tax Payer to promote small business growth, job creation and infrastructure necessary to improve the quality of life in Gilmer County seeking every opportunity we can find.
Our needs are many but nothing is impossible when we work together.
Please remember to check your ballot for the emergency services levy. I Thank You.
Saturday, March 24, 2012
G-Hype™: John Wm. Moss - Candidate for Gilmer County Commission - 2012
John Wm. Moss was born in July, 1960 in Weston, WV, and raised in Gilmer County all his life. His father was John Moss Sr. who retired from the Department of Highways and passed in 2007. John’s mother is Lucy Moss who retired from the Kinney Shoe Corp and currently resides at Cedar Grove Personal Care in Cedar Grove, WV. His parents also owned and operated the Blue Ribbon Restaurant in Glenville for many years.
Moss has worked as a Police Officer serving the people of Gilmer County for the last 23 years and is currently the Police Chief for the City of Glenville.
He graduated from the Gilmer County High School in 1978 and married Pamela Hickman in 1982. John and Pam have two children, Ashley Moss Smith and a son Travis John Moss, both of Glenville.
John began his career when hired as a Patrolman by the Glenville Police Department in 1989 and graduated from the WV State Police Academy in 1990. He worked his way up from Patrolman to Sergeant, Sergeant to Deputy Sheriff, then on as Police Chief for the City of Glenville.
John says, “the most enjoyable aspect in Law Enforcement is meeting and talking with the people I comes into contact with”.
He also says, “he has fought hard to protect all personal or public property and enforce all City and State Laws of WV while still treating everyone equal.”
John and Pam reside on Spruce Run off of Cedar Creek on part of the Moss farm where John’s father and Grandfather once lived.
After work he enjoys walking his dog, hunting and taking care of the farm.
When Chief Moss was asked why he wants to be elected Gilmer County Commissioner he replied, “ I want to be there to vote on the issues for the people of Gilmer County, of what they want as a Majority, to be a representative for them in the County Commission, serving only them, not Politics.”
When notified of any complaints or concerns by the citizens, John says he will bring them to the Commission each month and make their opinions heard.
For an example he said, “If the people want the 911 Emergency Services back in Gilmer County, then I will fight for what the people want here in the County.
John Moss promises if elected, “I will never be a Politician, I am a people person.”
Friday, March 23, 2012
G-Hype™: Candidate for Gilmer County Commission - Norma Hurley - Democrat - 2012
Norma Hurley is a candidate for County Commission and you’ll be seeing signs like this soon.
Many of you know her or of her. To those who don’t, her background is nursing and business administration with an AA degree and board certified licensure. She have 10 years’ experience in the private sector and 19 years of local government experience -12 of those here in Gilmer County. Her career choices have always been in public service. She is not a promise maker as she believes actions speak louder than words. Her roots are in the soil.
Making it a priority to put the needs of the people of Gilmer County before politics is her number one goal and a big part of why she has entered this race. She supports fair and equal application of the laws of our land and it is her belief that government officials must use ethics and morals in conjunction with law when making decisions impacting the daily lives of those they represent.
She is an advocate for the right to a quality education in a healthy environment for the children of our communities. She supports the choice of the people in the electoral process. She believes we are entitled to representation for our taxation. She knows that the County Commission has an opportunity to work toward these goals every day. She wants to work closely with fellow Commissioners, State and Federal Agencies and the Tax Payers to promote small business growth, job creation and infrastructure necessary to improve the quality of life in Gilmer County. “Our needs are many but nothing is impossible when we work together.”
“It is my intent to make myself available to the people on a scheduled basis and report actions pending or taken by the Commission through internet and print media to keep myself accountable to them. I will not follow blindly merely to keep the vote for office but will be a listener and worker in order to be of value. I want to sit down in mediation ready to speak with reason and in a spirit of collaboration with members of the Commission, all elected Officials and outside entities while not forgetting the needs and desires of the people in the process. I will work to promote and provide both transparency and accountability when it comes to your tax dollars.”
“I always strive to keep an open mind and a willingness to be educated on any subject. I do not know it all but at this time I ask you to give me the opportunity to bring my voice to the table without the benefit of prior interpretation or subject to the will of another. I want to be responsible to the taxpayers of Gilmer County. I ask you to help me put people before politics.”
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
G-Hype™: Wolfe for Magistrate Reelection - 2012
Gilmer County Magistrate and lifelong county resident Carol Reed Wolfe has announced her candidacy for reelection.
Wolfe, who serves as Chief Gilmer County Magistrate, is one of West Virginia’s longest serving Magistrates having first been elected in 1978.
Magistrate Wolfe is a 1974 graduate of Gilmer County High School, earned her B.S. degree in Social Work from Glenville State College in 1978, and was awarded a Master’s degree in counseling from Marshall University in 1999.
She has undergone extensive training and testing throughout her career by the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, and was twice selected by the Supreme Court to attend training courses at the National Judicial College in Reno, Nevada.
During her term as Magistrate, she was appointed as Juvenile Referee and served a term as the Magistrate member of the Judicial Inquiry Commission. Wolfe has also served on several special committees formed by the West Virginia Supreme Court and West Virginia Legislature to explore such topics as juvenile justice, domestic violence, sexual harassment, court facilities and racial disparity.
Her work has also taken her to other counties to serve on special cases by appointment of the Supreme Court and she has been called upon by the Court to help train newly appointed and elected Magistrates.
Over the years she has been active in the West Virginia Magistrates Association, where her peers across the state have chosen her to serve in leadership capacities including the offices of President, Vice President and Secretary. She currently serves as Secretary of the statewide organization.
In 2005, she was honored by her Alma Mater, Glenville State College when she was selected for the college Pioneer Profile Series, with her profile and photo featured in the hallway of the Administration Building.
Magistrate Wolfe is also active in church and civic organizations. She currently serves as President of the Kanawha Drive CEOS, is active in the Gilmer County Democrat Women’s organization, has served as a Weight Watcher instructor for the Glenville area for twenty years and is a member of the First Baptist Church in Glenville where she serves on the Board of Trustees.
Magistrate Wolfe resides in Glenville with her husband of 34 years, John. The Wolfe’s are the parents of one son, Jeremy, who resides in Ripley with his wife Ashley and one and a half year-old son Brooks.
She enjoys spending time with her family, being a grandmother, gardening, making baskets and crafting, and trying to keep up with her golden retriever puppy, Beau.
Magistrate Wolfe seeks the support of Gilmer County voters in her quest for reelection saying, “It has been an honor and privilege to serve the people of Gilmer County where I have lived my entire life. If elected, I will continue to work to ensure that all people are treated fairly before the law.”
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Election 2012: Why Ron Paul May Cut a Deal with Mitt Romney
For Ron Paul, victory is finally in sight. No, not a swearing-in ceremony next January 20 or even a single statewide win. Halfway through the primary season, Paul has won only a preference poll in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and he is running dead last in delegates among the four GOP candidates for President. He has spent a lot, if not always wisely: the $31.55 he has dropped per vote (more than even Mitt Romney) is a sum that might shock even a Democrat.
But winning the presidency was never Paul’s foremost goal, and as he nears the end of his last presidential crusade, he has one more chance to promote his ideas. The Republican race is a muddled mess. Even after Romney’s Southern losses, only he has a real shot at amassing the 1,144 delegates required to wrap up the nomination, and he would then face the task of unifying the GOP’s warring factions. Which is why Paul’s campaign has sent discreet signals to Camp Romney that the keys to Paul’s shop can be had for the right price.
History suggests the two men are already in cahoots. Throughout the primary, Paul has been Romney’s secret weapon. During the 20 GOP debates, Paul attacked Romney’s rivals a total of 39 times while sparing Romney entirely, according to an analysis by the liberal group ThinkProgress. Paul leaped to Romney’s defense when his tenure at Bain Capital and his taste for firing insurance companies came under attack, and skewered a series of Romney antagonists in TV ads. “He is our deputy campaign manager,” jokes one Romney ally.
Paul’s advisers bristle at suggestions that the libertarian icon is in league with the GOP front runner. They say Paul still has a shot at the nomination if he can hold Romney beneath the delegate threshold until Tampa and then force a floor fight that sends delegates fleeing to Paul on a secondary ballot. This may be the company line, but the scenario is improbable enough that even Paul has conceded his “chances are slim.”
Even as they tamp down rumors of a pact, Paul’s advisers concede that the friendship between Paul and Romney is the initial step toward a deal. And behind the scenes, discussions between the two campaigns — as well as initial discussions with the Santorum and Gingrich camps, according to one Paul adviser — are slowly taking shape.
An alliance could benefit both camps. Paul’s support would go a long way toward helping Romney with a bloc of young Republicans who have been turning out in huge numbers for Paul and who otherwise might stay home in November. It might also help Romney grab all of Paul’s delegates. Such an arrangement would help Paul get what a Romney ally called “an important speaking role at the convention.”
Paul’s camp contends he will exceed the 270 delegates Romney garnered in 2008, which earned him an undercard slot on the penultimate evening in St. Paul. Josh Putnam, a political scientist at Davidson College who studies delegate allocation, notes that Paul’s campaign hasn’t furnished evidence to back up those claims. But he says there is a chance Paul could “completely exploit the system and take delegates from caucus states where there’s no written rule to how delegates are allocated.” Paul’s aides say they expect to win a plurality of delegates in a batch of blue-to-purple caucus states where Paul failed to win the popular vote, including Iowa, Minnesota, Maine, Nevada and Washington.
Paul’s acolytes insist their man cannot be bought. “Romney wants the ring of power. He wants it so bad,” says Doug Wead, a Paul senior adviser. “Negotiating with Ron Paul is very difficult because he doesn’t want anything. If he got the ring, he would throw it into Mount Doom.”
Maybe so, but at 76, Paul is understandably concerned about the future of his movement. Aides say if Paul can’t win the nomination, four legislative priorities would top the Texas Representative’s wish list: deep spending cuts that lead to a balanced budget; the restoration of civil liberties; a commitment to reclaim the legislative branch’s right to declare war, which it abdicated to the executive branch in recent decades; and reforms that shore up the U.S. monetary system, such as an audit of the Federal Reserve or competing-currency legislation. Paul might also be enticed, says campaign chairman Jesse Benton, by the prospect of serving as a presidential adviser, a Cabinet position for someone in his orbit or “perhaps a vice presidency.”
Not for himself, but rather his son. Rand Paul, the junior senator from Kentucky and a Tea Party icon, is expected to launch his own White House bid in 2016. Being on the ticket now — or even being mentioned for it — would be a helpful step. Says one Paul adviser: “If you’re talking about putting Rand on the ticket, of course that would be worth delivering our people to Romney.”
Romney is unlikely to go for that. At the same time, Paul’s backers recognize that selling supporters on an alliance with Romney carries special risks, since Paul’s bond with his backers is predicated on his record of principled stands. A pact would have to be done “very cautiously,” says Benton. “We wouldn’t ask our people to do that if we worried they were just being co-opted or that we were in some way selling out.”
But it may soon be time for Paul’s army to decide if it wants to win or lose in the fall. “There’s clearly something going on between the two of them, and that’s a very good thing,” says David Adams, a Kentucky Tea Party strategist who helmed Rand Paul’s Senate primary campaign. “The main goal is stopping this lurch to the left. Mitt Romney and Ron Paul can go a long way toward healing what ails our nation.”
~~ Katy Steinmetz - TM ~~
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Gilmer County Primary Election 2012: Bill Stalnaker for Magistrate
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
G-Hype™: John Wm. Moss - Candidate for Gilmer County Commission 2012
John Wm. Moss was born in July, 1960 in Weston, WV, and raised in Gilmer County all his life. His father was John Moss Sr. who retired from the Department of Highways and passed in 2007. John’s mother is Lucy Moss who retired from the Kinney Shoe Corp and currently resides at Cedar Grove Personal Care in Cedar Grove, WV. His parents also owned and operated the Blue Ribbon Restaurant in Glenville for many years.
Moss has worked as a Police Officer serving the people of Gilmer County for the last 23 years and is currently the Police Chief for the City of Glenville.
He graduated from the Gilmer County High School in 1978 and married Pamela Hickman in 1982. John and Pam have two children, Ashley Moss Smith and a son Travis John Moss, both of Glenville.
John began his career when hired as a Patrolman by the Glenville Police Department in 1989 and graduated from the WV State Police Academy in 1990. He worked his way up from Patrolman to Sergeant, Sergeant to Deputy Sheriff, then on as Police Chief for the City of Glenville.
John says, “the most enjoyable aspect in Law Enforcement is meeting and talking with the people I comes into contact with”.
He also says, “he has fought hard to protect all personal or public property and enforce all City and State Laws of WV while still treating everyone equal.”
John and Pam reside on Spruce Run off of Cedar Creek on part of the Moss farm where John’s father and Grandfather once lived.
After work he enjoys walking his dog, hunting and taking care of the farm.
When Chief Moss was asked why he wants to be elected Gilmer County Commissioner he replied, “ I want to be there to vote on the issues for the people of Gilmer County, of what they want as a Majority, to be a representative for them in the County Commission, serving only them, not Politics.”
When notified of any complaints or concerns by the citizens, John says he will bring them to the Commission each month and make their opinions heard.
For an example he said, “If the people want the 911 Emergency Services back in Gilmer County, then I will fight for what the people want here in the County.
John Moss promises if elected, “I will never be a Politician, I am a people person.”
Thursday, February 23, 2012
G-Hype™: Candidate for Gilmer County Magistrate - Bill Stalnaker - Democrat 2012
Bill Stalnaker is running for Gilmer County Magistrate.
He moved back to Gilmer County in 2003 after being employed in Nicholas County for 16 years.
He is the son of Bill and Betty Stalnaker of Baldwin. He is married to Debbie Stalnaker, wife of 30 years. They have two children, both residing in Gilmer County. Niki Ramezan, branch manager of United Bank and husband Jonathan; and Cody Stalnaker, field sales representative for Weatherford International and wife Kristin. They have one grandchild, Greyson Ramezan and two more on the way.
He is self-employed as owner/operator of Stalnaker Oil & Gas LLC. He has been a small business owner for 18 years.
He is a member of the Glenville First Baptist Church where he serves on the board of trustees. He is also an active participant with the FBC Cancer Fund for Gilmer County.
In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, being a grandpa, golfing, hunting, fishing and just being outdoors.
Bill would like the opportunity to serve the people of Gilmer County. He feels the citizens of this county deserve to be treated fairly.
“I will not be accepting any campaign contributions. I will not be affiliated with any special interest groups, therefore if elected I will be able to treat each individual the same. He is an honest, ethical hardworking citizen of the county and look forward to having the opportunity to serve you.”
“I would appreciate your vote for Bill Stalnaker as Gilmer County Magistrate. Thank You.“
G-Hype™: Wolfe Announces Candidacy for Reelection 2012
Gilmer County Magistrate and lifelong county resident Carol Reed Wolfe has announced her candidacy for reelection.
Wolfe, who serves as Chief Gilmer County Magistrate, is one of West Virginia’s longest serving Magistrates having first been elected in 1978.
Magistrate Wolfe is a 1974 graduate of Gilmer County High School, earned her B.S. degree in Social Work from Glenville State College in 1978, and was awarded a Master’s degree in counseling from Marshall University in 1999.
She has undergone extensive training and testing throughout her career by the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, and was twice selected by the Supreme Court to attend training courses at the National Judicial College in Reno, Nevada.
During her term as Magistrate, she was appointed as Juvenile Referee and served a term as the Magistrate member of the Judicial Inquiry Commission. Wolfe has also served on several special committees formed by the West Virginia Supreme Court and West Virginia Legislature to explore such topics as juvenile justice, domestic violence, sexual harassment, court facilities and racial disparity.
Her work has also taken her to other counties to serve on special cases by appointment of the Supreme Court and she has been called upon by the Court to help train newly appointed and elected Magistrates.
Over the years she has been active in the West Virginia Magistrates Association, where her peers across the state have chosen her to serve in leadership capacities including the offices of President, Vice President and Secretary. She currently serves as Secretary of the statewide organization.
In 2005, she was honored by her Alma Mater, Glenville State College when she was selected for the college Pioneer Profile Series, with her profile and photo featured in the hallway of the Administration Building.
Magistrate Wolfe is also active in church and civic organizations. She currently serves as President of the Kanawha Drive CEOS, is active in the Gilmer County Democrat Women’s organization, has served as a Weight Watcher instructor for the Glenville area for twenty years and is a member of the First Baptist Church in Glenville where she serves on the Board of Trustees.
Magistrate Wolfe resides in Glenville with her husband of 34 years, John. The Wolfe’s are the parents of one son, Jeremy, who resides in Ripley with his wife Ashley and one and a half year-old son Brooks.
She enjoys spending time with her family, being a grandmother, gardening, making baskets and crafting, and trying to keep up with her golden retriever puppy, Beau.
Magistrate Wolfe seeks the support of Gilmer County voters in her quest for reelection saying, “It has been an honor and privilege to serve the people of Gilmer County where I have lived my entire life. If elected, I will continue to work to ensure that all people are treated fairly before the law.”
G-Hype™: Candidate for Gilmer County Commission - Norma Hurley - Democrat 2012
Norma Hurley is a candidate for County Commission and you’ll be seeing signs like this soon.
Many of you know her or of her. To those who don’t, her background is nursing and business administration with an AA degree and board certified licensure. She have 10 years’ experience in the private sector and 19 years of local government experience -12 of those here in Gilmer County. Her career choices have always been in public service. She is not a promise maker as she believes actions speak louder than words. Her roots are in the soil.
Making it a priority to put the needs of the people of Gilmer County before politics is her number one goal and a big part of why she has entered this race. She supports fair and equal application of the laws of our land and it is her belief that government officials must use ethics and morals in conjunction with law when making decisions impacting the daily lives of those they represent.
She is an advocate for the right to a quality education in a healthy environment for the children of our communities. She supports the choice of the people in the electoral process. She believes we are entitled to representation for our taxation. She knows that the County Commission has an opportunity to work toward these goals every day. She wants to work closely with fellow Commissioners, State and Federal Agencies and the Tax Payers to promote small business growth, job creation and infrastructure necessary to improve the quality of life in Gilmer County. “Our needs are many but nothing is impossible when we work together.”
“It is my intent to make myself available to the people on a scheduled basis and report actions pending or taken by the Commission through internet and print media to keep myself accountable to them. I will not follow blindly merely to keep the vote for office but will be a listener and worker in order to be of value. I want to sit down in mediation ready to speak with reason and in a spirit of collaboration with members of the Commission, all elected Officials and outside entities while not forgetting the needs and desires of the people in the process. I will work to promote and provide both transparency and accountability when it comes to your tax dollars.”
“I always strive to keep an open mind and a willingness to be educated on any subject. I do not know it all but at this time I ask you to give me the opportunity to bring my voice to the table without the benefit of prior interpretation or subject to the will of another. I want to be responsible to the taxpayers of Gilmer County. I ask you to help me put people before politics.”
G-Hype™: Lori Rosenburg Republican Candidate for Magistrate of Gilmer County 2012
Lori Rosenburg, a Troy resident officially filed her Certificate of Announcement for Candidacy on January 12, 2012, to run for Magistrate as a Republican in the 2012 Elections in Gilmer County.
Rosenburg is a recent December 2011 graduate of Glenville State College with a Bachelor’s of Behavioral Science Degree in Psychology/Sociology, with a minor in Criminal Justice – Cum Laude (with Honors).
She has been a resident of Gilmer County since 2004 when she and her husband Jason purchased their home here. She has one son Cary Barlow, a promise scholarship recipient who currently attends Glenville State College (sophomore) who was recently accepted into the Teaching program at Glenville State College.
Mrs. Rosenburg is dual certified in both Corrections and Law Enforcement in the State of Florida and worked as a Correctional Officer for the Florida Department of Corrections. She also worked as an armed guard for the Wackenhut Corporation in Florida as well as California and was on a global response team that gave her the opportunity to work at NASA in Florida after the 9/11 tragedy guarding the Kennedy Space Center.
Lori who has a Class A CDL, most recently worked as a contractor driving fuel tankers for the US Military forces in Fallujah, Iraq with her Husband Jason from November of 2007 until she was injured and had to return home in June of 2008. Her husband Jason, who has been working in Iraq since 2006, is currently based in Baghdad and takes classes at GSC part time (online). Jason supports Lori 100% in her choice to run for Magistrate and they together will pay all costs incurred for her campaign; they will not accept any donations or hold any fundraisers.
Rosenburg is looking forward to running for Magistrate in this 2012 Election, because Justice and Equality in the Criminal Justice system are two things she feels are most important especially when it concerns our citizens. She promises to be Firm, Fair, and Consistent; without favoritism. Rosenburg feels that all of these things are essential when you are working for the people; the taxpayers and citizens.
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