County Commissioner (Unexpired Term)
Ritchie County, West Virginia
My vote power: High
What does this office do?
- Setting your property tax rate
- Funding county roads, parks, and public health services
- Setting land use and building rules outside city limits
Affects: Healthcare Affordability, Environment and Public Health, Government Efficiency,
Candidates:
Democratic · Incumbent
Kenny Church has been a Ritchie County commissioner since a January 2025 appointment to fill a vacancy, and has a background in the oil and gas industry. Church coaches the Ritchie County Rebels boys' basketball team and says he wants to give back to the community he grew up in.
Republican
As of September 2026, we found no public information about Michael Nichols's job, background, or goals.
Source: candidates.wvsos.gov