http://www.sos.wv.gov/_layouts/feed.aspx?xsl=1&web=/news/topics/elections-candidates&page=80db8c1f-203e-49f8-93a3-82b504c2fb11&wp=8cf11855-dd4e-4963-9a07-56c669b4683c60http://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantDeliversHAVAVotingAccessibilityGrantToBarbourCounty.aspxThe grant will improve accessibility at voting locations in Philippi and Belington.Mon, 13 May 2013 12:27:47 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/LandmarkLegislationModernizes.aspxSenate Bill 477 allows citizens to fill out their voter registration application electronically. The application will still need to be processed and approved by the appropriate county clerk before a voter’s registration card is issued.Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:07:34 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantBuildsNon-PartisanCoalition.aspxA non-partisan voting rights protection coalition built by Secretary of State Natalie E. Tennant is dedicated to making sure there are not unrealistic barriers placed on certain portions of the population with the goal of suppressing voter turnout.Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:01:46 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantNamedToNationalElection.aspxThe National Association of Secretaries of State announced the formation of the panel today, which includes Secretary Tennant along with 21 other states and the District of Columbia.Mon, 04 Mar 2013 11:36:28 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantVowsToProtectCitizensFromExpensiveVotingLaws.aspxSecretary Tennant said today she will fight any law that suppresses voter turnout, makes it more difficult for people in rural areas of the state to vote, increases the wait time for voters at the polling place on Election Day, or costs a voter money.Tue, 12 Feb 2013 14:36:51 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/OfficialTurnoutIn2012General.aspxThe total number of ballots cast is 685,099. There were 1,246,559 West Virginians registered to vote in the election.Wed, 09 Jan 2013 15:07:35 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantDiscussesVoterIDLawsatNationalConference.aspxSecretary Tennant was part of a panel with Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted.Mon, 17 Dec 2012 10:05:39 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WestVirginia'sFiveElectoralVotesCastForMittRomneyandPaulRyan.aspxSecretary of State Natalie E. Tennant, the state’s chief elections officer, will now send the Certificates of Vote to the Clerk of the United States Senate.Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:54:02 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantDiscussesVoterIDLawsat.aspxSecretary Tennant took part in a panel discussion entitled “Ensuring Integrity and Access: Voter ID in 2012 and Beyond” with Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted and Michael Pitts, a law professor from Indiana University.Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:19:56 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/FormerLincolnCountyCommissionerSentenced.aspxFormer Lincoln County Commissioner Thomas Ramey was sentenced to 21 months in prison, two years of supervised release, and ordered to pay a $1,000 fine.Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:39:39 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/LibertarianPartyGainsBallotAccess.aspxSecretary Tennant announced today that the Libertarian Party has gained ballot access for 2014 and 2016, based on David Moran’s performance in the gubernatorial race.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 11:43:22 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantHistoricEffortMade.aspxSecretary Tennant said Tuesday night that an historic effort on the part of election officials, voters, power company crews, emergency responders, and the National Guard made the 2012 General Election a success.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:22:57 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantHoldsPreElectionDayPressConference.aspxSecretary Tennant detailed precinct changes because of Hurricane Sandy, the comprehensive plan in place to prevent election fraud, and voter verification laws.Mon, 05 Nov 2012 16:45:55 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/DailyUpdatedAbsenteeBallotsReturnedForThe2012GeneralElection.aspxThis page will be updated daily leading up to the 2012 General Election.Mon, 05 Nov 2012 15:00:13 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/PrecinctsInStormAffectedCountiesMoved.aspxCounty clerks are still checking the status of all of their precincts and more polling locations could be moved by the time polls open at 6:30AM Tuesday.Sat, 03 Nov 2012 18:54:11 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantStateCodeIsClearOnWho.aspxSecretary Tennant said Friday that reports of “UN Election Observers” being allowed inside polling places on Election Day are untrue.Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:54:14 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/BarbourCountyHouseCandidate.aspxSecretary Tennant said her thoughts and prayers are with the family of Barbour County House of Delegates candidate John Rose, who was killed Tuesday.Wed, 31 Oct 2012 11:39:14 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/EarlyVotingSuspendedIn.aspxSecretary of State Natalie E. Tennant has announced Early Voting in several West Virginia counties has been suspended for Tuesday, October 30 due to dangerous conditions caused by Hurricane Sandy.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 09:49:32 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantSaysEarlyVotingContinuesDespiteStorm.aspxSecretary of State Natalie E. Tennant said Early Voting continues across West Virginia as Hurricane Sandy threatens the northeast with high winds, rain, and snow in higher elevations.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 09:51:19 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantsCommunicationToCountyClerks.aspxThe Governor's State of Emergency has raised some questions about early voting.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 09:50:36 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/EarlyVotingBeginsWednesdayAcrossWestVirginia;.aspxEarly Voting for the 2012 General Election begins Wednesday at county courthouses and courthouse annexes across West Virginia and will continue until 5:00 PM on November 3.Tue, 23 Oct 2012 14:25:57 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantPhotoIDNotRequired,ButVoterVerificationIs.aspxIn most cases, voters won’t need to bring anything with them. Stating their name and address, and signing their name in the poll book are how their identity is verified.Mon, 22 Oct 2012 15:40:08 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/RegistrationDeadlineForNewVoters.aspxVoter registration applications must be received by the county clerk or Secretary of State’s Office or postmarked by October 16.Tue, 09 Oct 2012 16:23:56 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/LincolnCountyManSentencedToFederalPrisonFor.aspxThe investigators were looking in to the absentee voting scheme orchestrated by former Lincoln County Clerk Donald Whitten and former Lincoln County Sheriff Jerry Bowman, who were both recently sentenced to federal prison.Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:59:19 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/AbsenteeBallotsSentToMilitaryandOverseasVoters.aspxAccording to state law, the absentee ballots can be sent out 46 days ahead of a general election. West Virginia law is more strict in this regard than federal law, which requires ballots be sent out 45 days ahead of the general election.Fri, 21 Sep 2012 15:02:22 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantDeliversGrantToHardyCounty.aspxThe $24,193.89 grant, which is financed by the VOTE funds from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, will fully fund the project. Fri, 21 Sep 2012 09:10:29 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantWestVirginiasMilitaryVeteransandOverseas.aspxWest Virginia Secretary of State Natalie E. Tennant says members of our military are defending our sacred right to vote, and it is up to her office to make sure these voters have easy access to the General Election ballot this fall.Thu, 13 Sep 2012 14:28:48 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/LincolnCountyOfficialsSentencedOnFederalCharges.aspxTwo former Lincoln County officials were sentenced today on federal charges related to an absentee voting scheme during the 2010 Primary Election.Wed, 29 Aug 2012 16:44:38 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/Tennant.aspxTennant: "Violations of our election law will not be tolerated. Those are more than words – it’s been proved by the actions of my office while I have been the chief elections officer of West Virginia."Wed, 29 Aug 2012 16:50:43 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantCertifiesListof2012Candidate.aspxWho is going to be on the ballot in the 2012 General Election? Click here to find out!Tue, 16 Oct 2012 11:45:38 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantElectionTrainingProvidesConfidenceInDemocraticProcess.aspxDozens of election officials from around the state were in Flatwoods for intensive training on the Statewide Voter Registration System.Mon, 20 Aug 2012 16:03:16 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/FormerLincolnCountyCommissionerThomasRamey.aspxFormer Lincoln County Commissioner Thomas Ramey pleaded guilty today to one count of lying to a federal officer as part of a joint state-federal investigation into election law violations dating back to the 2010 Primary.Wed, 08 Aug 2012 11:27:09 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/FederalVotingAssistanceProgramCreates.aspxThe materials include a UOCAVA audio guided and a self-paced training that provides an introduction to the UOCAVA absentee voting process.Tue, 24 Jul 2012 12:40:44 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/LincolnCountyCommissionerThomasRameyCharged.aspxThe latest charges accuse Lincoln County Commissioner Thomas Ramey with lying to federal investigators in connection with an ongoing joint state-federal investigation into the absentee voting process in Lincoln County during the 2010 primary.Tue, 17 Jul 2012 10:44:15 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WestVirginiaOneof15StatesRecognized.aspxThe All-Star states include: Alaska, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington and West Virginia.Tue, 17 Jul 2012 13:59:30 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/RegionalMeetingsWithCountyClerksOffer.aspxThe West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office is hosting six regional election meetings over the next few weeks, meaning election officials can meet face to face to discuss issues that may arise the next time people cast a ballot.Mon, 09 Jul 2012 12:19:03 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/VotersInDozensofMunicipalities.aspxVoters in dozens of municipalities in West Virginia will go to the polls once again this month, this time to choose the leaders of their town or city.Fri, 01 Jun 2012 12:48:25 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/NicholasCountyClerk.aspxAccording to the Nicholas County website, in 2004 Wanda Hendrickson became the first woman to be elected Nicholas County Clerk.Tue, 29 May 2012 11:44:39 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantMilitaryVotersAndTheirFamilies.aspxMilitary voters from West Virginia have many options to make sure they exercise one of the most sacred American rights: the right to vote.Fri, 25 May 2012 12:29:04 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStateToAbsorbCostOf.aspxThe error occurred on the Republican primary ballot, instructing voters to vote for no more than 18 for at-large delegate to the Republican National Convention even though 19 were to be elected.Mon, 21 May 2012 16:22:03 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/NewAppOnSecretaryofStateWebsite.aspxThe provisional ballot search utilizes data entered by all 55 West Virginia counties into the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS), which is maintained by the Secretary of State’s Office.Fri, 18 May 2012 09:33:45 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WestVirginiaCountiesCompleteCanvassofPrimaryElection.aspxIf no candidates request a recount, the results become “official” 48 hours after the final county completed their canvass.Thu, 17 May 2012 16:28:55 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/Howdocountiescanvassanelection.aspxWhat procedure do counties go through to canvass election results? How long does a candidate have to request a recount? Find out here!Tue, 15 May 2012 09:46:58 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantPressConferenceRegardingDemocraticPrimaryandFederalOfficeRequirements.aspxSecretary Tennant held the press conference on May 11, 2012 at the State Capitol.Fri, 11 May 2012 16:48:42 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/UnofficialCountyElectionResults.aspxClick here to see more county by county unofficial election results.Wed, 09 May 2012 16:00:25 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/Dailyupdatedprimaryelectionturnoutnumbers.aspxPlease note that these numbers are not election results - they reflect only the number of early votes cast and absentee ballots returned to county clerks.Tue, 08 May 2012 07:13:26 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/EarlyVotingBeginsWednesday,April25;.aspxEarly voting takes place at either the county courthouse or courthouse annex during regular business hours.Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:14:08 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WayneCountyClerkJimBootenPassesAway.aspxWest Virginia Secretary of State Natalie E. Tennant offered her condolences to the family of Wayne County Clerk Jim Booten after he passed away following a battle with cancer.Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:26:18 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WhataDifferenceHAVAMakes!.aspxThe Secretary of State's Office administers federal Help America Vote Act funds to make it easier for disabled voters to make it to the polls.Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:39:33 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantPresentsMonroeCountyHAVAGrant.aspxSecretary of State Natalie E. Tennant presented Monroe County Commissioner Clyde Gum, Jr. a Help America Vote Act (HAVA) grant for $7,600 today at the State Capitol.Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:50:44 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ChangesMadeToRepublicanPrimaryVotingInstructions.aspxThe supplemental instructions will affect the voting for at-large delegates to the Republican National Convention only.Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:44:57 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/AbsenteeBallotsForMilitaryVotersBeginsPrimaryVoting;.aspxFriday, March 23 is the deadline for county clerks to send previously requested absentee ballots to military and overseas voters, West Virginia Secretary of State Natalie E. Tennant said today.Thu, 22 Mar 2012 16:25:19 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantAnnouncesPassageOfBillMakingItEasier.aspxThe bills make it easier for returning military and their families to register to vote before an election, and make it easier for victims of domestic violence cast an absentee ballot.Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:21:50 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WestVirginiaElectionLawCodeBook.aspxTo download, go to Amazon.com and enter “West Virginia and Federal Election Laws 2011.” The Kindle edition of the codebook costs less than a dollar, is searchable, and readers can leave bookmarks at important locations.Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:30:33 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SentencingDateSetInLincolnCountyElectionLawViolationCase.aspxJerry Bowman and Donald Whitten submitted guilty pleas in U.S. District Court on March 7, 2012.Wed, 07 Mar 2012 12:43:23 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/CircuitJudgeRulesAgricultureCommissioner.aspxKanawha County Circuit Judge Louis Duke Bloom ruled today that Commissioner of Agriculture candidate Walter Helmick can stay on the ballot in 2012.Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:26:14 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/LincolnCountyManArrestedAfterThreatening.aspxNeither the Secretary of State investigator nor the FBI agent were injured.Wed, 29 Feb 2012 11:25:05 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStateToAmendCertifiedList.aspxWest Virginia Secretary of State Natalie E. Tennant said Wednesday that she will amend the 2012 list of certified candidates, and remove Frank Deem as a candidate for State Senate.Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:19:30 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/PetitionFiledChallengingCommissionerofAgricultureCandidatesEligibility.aspxThe petition was filed in the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals on February 24, 2012.Tue, 28 Feb 2012 11:21:34 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantSupportsBillMakingItEasierForReturningMilitaryToRegisterToVote.aspxSenate Bill 400 and House Bill 4257 would allow soldiers returning from deployment to register to vote in the 20 days before an election. However, there is no requirement in the bill for “same day” voter registration.Mon, 27 Feb 2012 11:56:57 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantVulnerableVoters.aspxSecretary Tennant spoke Monday at a public hearing for a bill that would require voters to present photo identification.Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:04:07 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStatesOfficeFilesResponseto.aspxThe Secretary of State's Office filed the response on February 21, 2012.Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:21:40 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantDiscussesInternetVotingonPBSNewsHour.aspxSecretary Tennant appeared on the PBS NewsHour February 16 to discuss internet voting with correspondent Miles O'Brien.Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:20:39 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryOfStateFederalAuthoritiesAnnounceConvictionand.aspxLincoln County Clerk Donald Witten and Lincoln County Sheriff Jerry Bowman entered plea agreements to federal charges resulting from a 20 month investigation conducted by the West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office, the FBI, and U.S. Attorney’s Office.Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:26:00 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WestVirginiaElectionManagerNamedToNationalBoard.aspxDavid Nichols, the Elections Manager in Secretary of State Natalie E. Tennant’s Office, was elected to the National Association of State Elections Directors (NASED) Executive Committee during their annual conference this week in Washington, D.C.Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:00:42 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/CandidateFilingPeriodBeginsMonday.aspxThe Secretary of State’s Office will provide a free live video stream every day of the filing period, including up to the midnight deadline on January 28.Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:46:35 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/FederalPanelAnnouncesDecision.aspxSecretary Tennant said the prompt decision is a great benefit to potential candidates, to local election officials, and the Secretary of State’s Office.Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:50:46 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStatesOfficeDelivers8225In.aspxThe grant will be used to update polling places to allow easier access for voters with disabilities.Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:31:48 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/InaugurationCeremony.aspxGovernor Tomblin took the oath as West Virginia's 35th Governor on November 13, 2011.Sun, 13 Nov 2011 17:28:46 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStatesOfficeFilesResponse.aspxThe West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office has filed its response to lawsuits filed in relation to the redistricting plan passed by the State Legislature earlier this year.Mon, 14 Nov 2011 17:09:22 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/CertificationofSpecialElectionResultsComplete;.aspxSecretary Tennant will present the certificates to a joint session of the Legislature on November 13 at noon. Governor-elect Earl Ray Tomblin has said he will take the oath of office as West Virginia’s 35th Governor at 3:00 in the afternoon on that day.Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:57:44 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantAwardsPutnamCounty$4,820In.aspxThe grant money will pay for a new oil cooler on the court house’s elevator. During the peak days of early voting, hundreds of people use the elevator to access the early voting location.Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:05:34 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/All55WestVirginiaCountiesDeclareElectionResults;.aspxCounty Commissions met as Boards of Canvassers beginning on October 11, with the final county declaring their results at 3:05 PM on October 12.Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:26:10 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStatesOfficeHandlesMany.aspxThe staff of the Secretary of State’s Office began taking calls at 5:00 AM on Election Day and more than two dozen liaisons assisted election officials around the state until after 11:00 PM.Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:20:22 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStateWarnsVotersOfQuestionablePrecinctInformation.aspxThe Secretary of State’s Office has received several reports of voters receiving phone calls with various types of official sounding information, such as a precinct that has moved or a precinct that is closed.Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:36:20 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantTransparencyAndTeamwork.aspx304,145 people voted in the special election for governor, for a total voter turnout of 25 percent.Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:06:06 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ClickHereToSeeDailyUpdatedEarlyVotingand.aspxThese figures represent the total number of ballots cast during the early voting period and absentee ballots returned to county clerks. These figures ARE NOT election results.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:53:32 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantComprehensivePlanInPlaceTo.aspxTennant said her office will have liaisons spread across the state working closely with election workers. They will be able to answer questions from election workers and will also enable fast communication with the Secretary of State’s Office.Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:15:09 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/EarlyVotingInSpecialGubernatorialElection.aspxVoters can cast their ballot during the early voting period at their county courthouse or courthouse annex during regular business hours. The final day of early voting is Saturday, October 1, 2011.Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:23:45 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/AbsenteeVotersCanTrackTheirBallot.aspxIt’s the latest in Secretary of State Natalie E. Tennant’s effort to make the election process more transparent and government more engaging.Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:11:02 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/September13IsTheDeadlineTo.aspxCitizens can pick up a voter registration application at the Secretary of State’s Office or at other state agency offices like the Division of Motor Vehicles. The application can also be downloaded from the SOS website, filled out, and mailed in.Mon, 12 Sep 2011 16:14:40 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantVotingAndFootball.aspxVoter registration radio advertisements began running this week during the weekly radio shows of Marshall Coach Doc Holliday and WVU Coach Dana Holgorsen. The spots will also air during the pregame and postgame shows on both team’s network.Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:28:36 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ImportantInformationfor.aspxThe vacancy was created when former Governor Joe Manchin created won election to the United States Senate.Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:52:49 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantCertifiesListOf.aspxOnly certified write-in candidates that have completed the necessary paperwork with the Secretary of State’s Office can receive votes during the special election. The deadline to file that paperwork was Tuesday, August 23.Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:02:19 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/AbsenteeBallotsForSpecialElectionCanBeSentToVoters.aspxTime frame ensures the ballot reaches the voter, that the voter has time to mark his or her ballot, and that the ballot has the opportunity to make it back to the county clerk’s office in time to be counted.Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:41:31 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/Seasonsstillchangeandelectionsstillhappen.aspxSecretary Tennant, the state’s chief elections officer, told a group of military members and their families that it is her duty to make sure they have the opportunity to cast their ballot, no matter where in the world their duty takes them.Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:42:05 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantToDeliverLoan.aspxThe zero interest loan, which must be repaid within five years, will be used to purchase new optical scan voting machines.Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:49:55 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantRequestsSupremeCourtPublicFinancing.aspxWest Virginia Secretary of State Natalie E. Tennant is asking Acting Governor Earl Ray Tomblin to add the subject of the Supreme Court of Appeals Public Campaign Financing Pilot Program to the special session, set to begin next week.Thu, 28 Jul 2011 15:58:23 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantAtHeritageFoundationMakingSureDeployed.aspxThe forum, focusing on Military Voting Rights, also featured Alabama Secretary of State Beth Chapman and Seminole County (Fla.) Elections Supervisor Mike Ertel.Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:04:29 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/HardWork,DecisiveActionInThe.aspxSince his death, West Virginia voters have been to the ballot box three times – once in a special U.S. Senate primary, once in the 2010 general election, and once for a special gubernatorial primary election.Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:46:55 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/MunicipalitiesSetForElectionDay.aspxSeveral municipalities in West Virginia have already held their elections, but voters in more than 100 towns and cities across the state will go to the polls on Tuesday, June 14.Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:38:58 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ResultsFromThe2011SpecialGubernatorialElection.aspxThe special gubernatorial election was held May 14, 2011.Wed, 18 May 2011 15:55:54 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/MoreThan188,000WestVirginiansCastBallots;CanvassOfSpecialElectionBeginsFriday.aspxThat number includes the more than 43,600 who voted during the 11-day early voting period which ended Wednesday. There are about 1,216,000 registered voters in West Virginia.Sat, 14 May 2011 23:25:31 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ClickHereToSeeDailyUpdatedEarlyVotingTotals.aspxThese numbers are only the total number of ballots cast to this point. These numbers ARE NOT election results.Thu, 12 May 2011 10:36:53 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantStatewidePlanInPlaceToAssist.aspxWest Virginians will go to the polls in a special gubernatorial primary on Saturday, May 14 – but more than 40,000 people have already cast their ballot during the early voting period, which ended Wednesday.Thu, 12 May 2011 10:35:31 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TheVoter'sBillofRighs.aspxYou as a voter have certain rights.Tue, 15 May 2012 09:41:39 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/EarlyVotingInSpecial.aspxThere will be about 650,582 eligible Democrat voters; about 350,618 eligible Republican voters; and about 214,954 eligible voters registered with no party affiliation or as a member of another political party.Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:38:45 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/VoterTurnoutMoreThanDoublesInMorgantown'sFirstVoteByMailElection.aspx3,648 ballots were cast in the first ever Vote By Mail election in West Virginia. During the 2009 city election, just 1,467 of the more than 16,000 registered voters went to precincts to cast a ballot. In 2007 voter turnout was even lower.Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:01:18 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/VoterRegistrationPeriodEnds.aspxEarly voting begins at county courthouses or courthouse annexes on Friday, April 29. The early voting period will continue every weekday until May 11, with early voting also being offered from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday, April 30 and Saturday, May 7.Mon, 25 Apr 2011 16:38:49 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/Morgantown'sVoteByMailBallotsSecurelyPackaged(VideoIncluded).aspxMorgantown voters have until April 26 to return their voted ballot back to the city clerk's office.Fri, 08 Apr 2011 13:54:11 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/AbsenteeBallotsAreOnTheir.aspxThe ballots must be sent out several weeks in advance for several reasons: to ensure the ballot gets to the voter, that the voter has time to mark his or her ballot, and that the ballot can be returned in time to be counted.Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:41:07 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantCountyClerksDiscussElectionsSeminarAtStonewallResort.aspxThe seminar was held March 21-22 in Lewis County.Fri, 08 Apr 2011 13:36:28 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/2011ElectionsSeminarBeginsMarch21.aspxThe two-day elections seminar takes on added importance this year, because of the special gubernatorial elections set for May and October. Normally 2011 would have been a year of mostly municipal elections, and not a special gubernatorial election.Wed, 16 Mar 2011 11:15:31 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TheStreakContinuesTennantRecognizes.aspxFayette County Clerk Kelvin Holliday said that’s a state and national record.Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:41:20 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ImportantInformationRegardingMorgantownsVoteByMailPilotProject.aspxMorgantown's registered voters can expect their ballot in the mail beginning April 8.Fri, 18 Feb 2011 10:51:17 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantToTestifyBeforeHouseCommittee.aspxTennant will deliver testimony about the Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment (MOVE) Act and its effectiveness in the 2010 elections.Mon, 14 Feb 2011 15:19:21 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/Republican,DemocratBallotPositions.aspxTwo Democratic county clerks and two Republican county clerks drew numbered balls out of a hopper. Candidates were assigned a ball number based on the order in which their candidacy paperwork was received by the Secretary of State.Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:34:03 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SpecialGubernatorialElectionCalendarSetCandidateFilingPeriodNowOpen.aspxCandidates can file with Secretary of State Natalie E. Tennant’s office from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM through February 12, 2011. The filing and fee must be received by 5:00 PM on February 12.Mon, 07 Feb 2011 15:08:30 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SixWestVirginiaTownsWillConductEarlyVotingByMail.aspxBethany, Harrisville, Paw Paw, Ridgeley, Thurmond, and West Hamlin will all be part of a pilot program that passed the state legislature in 2009.Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:13:16 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantDiscussesSpecialElectionBusinessFriendlyInitiativesonPBS.aspxTennant appeared on "The Legislature Today" with Beth Vorhees on January 24.Tue, 25 Jan 2011 09:28:01 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantSignsTomblin'sProclamationSpecial.aspxThe Supreme Court ruled last week that, according to the state constitution, an election for governor must be held in 2011.Fri, 21 Jan 2011 16:53:11 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStateReleasesLegislativeReportOnOnlineVotingPilotProject.aspxThe report was presented to the West Virginia Legislature on January 19, 2011.Tue, 26 Apr 2011 11:17:20 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SpecialElectionCostsFinalSecretaryofStateTightensReinsOnExpensesForSpecialUSSenatePrimary.aspxSecretary of State Natalie E. Tennant’s Office trimmed more than $36,000 from the final cost of the special United States Senate primary held in August, after reviewing and approving reimbursement reports from all 55 counties.Tue, 21 Dec 2010 11:03:44 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/MorgantownsVoteByMailProgramIsSafeSecureandCostEffective.aspxSecretary Tennant and Elections Division Manager David Nichols appeared on WAJR-AM in Morgantown along with city officials to discuss the plan, set to take effect for the city’s upcoming election in April.Fri, 10 Dec 2010 10:00:14 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/CountyCertificationComplete.aspxSecretary Tennant and Governor - now Senator - Manchin signed the certificate proclaiming that Joe Manchin III was elected a member of the United States Senate.Mon, 15 Nov 2010 17:13:51 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ClickHereToSeeDeclarationTimesForStateHouseofDelegates,StateSenate,andUSHouseRaces.aspxTennant said she wanted counties to have their canvasses completed by Tuesday so the state could certify the election Friday – meaning Senator-elect Joe Manchin could be sworn in as early as November 15 to gain seniority in the US Senate. Tue, 09 Nov 2010 16:07:57 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/CanvassingOf2010GeneralElectionUnderwaySecretaryofStateStaffAssistingClerksAcrossWestVirginia.aspxSecretary Tennant personally supervised the statewide effort. She is encouraging counties to complete the canvassing process quickly because the sooner the results are canvassed and certified the sooner Senator-Elect Manchin can be seated in Washington.Mon, 08 Nov 2010 16:27:39 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/GeneralElectionTurnoutHits44Percent.aspxPreliminary reports from the Secretary of State’s Office say about 535,152 people cast a ballot out of the state’s 1,216,023 registered voters.Wed, 03 Nov 2010 16:40:57 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStateComprehensivePlan.aspxSecretary Tennant said her office will have representatives in counties across West Virginia on Election Day – the same comprehensive plan that was used during the May primary and the August special primary.Wed, 11 May 2011 09:40:23 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStateWarnsVotersOf.aspxThe Secretary of State’s Office has received several reports of voters receiving phone calls with various types of official sounding information, such as a precinct that has moved or a precinct that is closed.Mon, 01 Nov 2010 16:43:13 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ClickheretoseedailyupdatedEarlyVotingandAbsenteeBallotNumbers.aspxThese figures represent only the number of ballots cast during the early voting period and absentee ballots returned to county clerks - these are NOT election results.Wed, 04 May 2011 13:36:27 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WoodCountyPollingPlaceIsADACompliantThanksTo9700Grant.aspxSecretary Tennant presented the check to Wood County Commissioners, County Clerk Jamie Six, and members of the Rosemar United Methodist Church congregation.Tue, 26 Oct 2010 16:25:17 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStateExplainsPollWorkerTrainingRequirement.aspxThe training offered by this office and county clerks is the only required training poll workers need to attend. Other groups are offering what has been described as poll worker training to detect voter fraud.Thu, 21 Oct 2010 09:09:20 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WestVirginiaElectionsSpecialistHopeisaliveinAfghanistan.aspxWest Virginia Elections Specialist Jackie Harris spent 13 days in war-torn Afghanistan, observing the elections for the lower house of parliament.Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:49:13 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofState'sBallotWithstandsCourtChallenge.aspxSecretary Tennant said she relied on legal precedent and case law when deciding on the single ballot design.Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:38:26 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStateFilesLegalBriefInCaseInvolvingNovemberGeneralElectionBallot.aspxBrief filed with Kanawha County Circuit Court on September 23, 2010.Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:52:14 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantDiscussesVoterRegistrationModernizationWithJointJudicialCommittee.aspxSecretary of State says modernization will save time and money for the state and counties.Tue, 21 Sep 2010 10:13:05 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantGOPTacticsViolateStateAndFederalLaw.aspxSecretary of State Natalie E. Tennant said today the so-called ballot “compromise” offered by GOP State Chairman Mike Stuart violates both state and federal law.Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:23:45 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantGOPBallotLawsuitIsFrivolousandWasteful.aspxSecretary of State said the lawsuit filed by the West Virginia Republican State Executive Committee will also disenfranchise military and overseas voters.Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:49:48 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WestVirginiaSecretaryofStateElectionsSpecialistToObserveElectoralProcessInAfghanistan.aspxJackie Harris is traveling with an international delegation from Democracy International (DI) to Kabul on September 10 to observe elections for the Wolesi Jirga, the lower house of the Afghan Parliament.Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:32:51 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStatesOfficeWinsNationalElectionsAward.aspxThe award, in the State Division for the Best Professional Practices, was presented by the Election Center.Sat, 04 Sep 2010 15:00:34 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStatesOfficeReleasesHistoricVoterTurnoutNumbers.aspxFrom the Fifties to the Eighties, it was not uncommon to have voter turnout well over 70 percent.Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:44:17 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantTeamworkLeadToSuccessfulElectionVoterTurnoutLowAcrossTheState.aspxOverall turnout for the special primary was about 12 percent.Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:32:45 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantReleasesEarlyVotingTotalsForSpecialUSSenatePrimary.aspxAccording to the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS) maintained by county clerks and the Secretary of State, about 30,579 people cast a ballot during the five-day early voting period.Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:50:55 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/FirstDayOfEarlyVotingForSpecialPrimaryTopsMayPrimary.aspxMore than 5,000 people cast a ballot Friday on the first day of early voting in the special US Senate election – almost three times the number that voted on the first day of early voting in the May primary.Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:55:02 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/EarlyVotingForSpecialUnitedStatesSenatePrimaryBeginsAugust20.aspxThere are 14 candidates – 10 Democrats, three Republicans, and one Mountain Party – on the primary ballot.Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:35:02 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantReadyToClearUpAmbiguousStateCode.aspxA recent decision by Raleigh County Circuit Judge H.L. Kirkpatrick said parts of the code were “ambiguous,” resulting in more than 300 contested absentee ballots being thrown out in the Lincoln County primary election.Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:21:53 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SpecialElectionVoterRegistrationAlmostMatchesPresidentialElectionYear.aspxFrom June 28 to August 9 a total of 5,808 people registered to vote, according to the Secretary of State’s Statewide Voter Registration System.Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:49:52 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantAddressesJointJudiciaryCommittee.aspxSpecial election timeline, cost to counties discussed during joint gathering at the State CapitolWed, 11 Aug 2010 10:41:24 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/BallotPositionsSetForSpecialUSSenatePrimaryElection.aspxSecretary Tennant was joined by county clerks from both the Democrat and Republican parties.Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:53:00 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ImportantAbsenteeVotingDeadlinesForWestVirginiaMilitaryAndAbsenteeVoters.aspxThe primary election will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2010. The deadline to register to vote or to update an existing voter registration prior to this election is Monday, August 9th.Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:53:13 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/USSenateCandidateFilingPeriodNowOpenElectionCalendarFAQsOnSecretaryofStateWebsite.aspxThe special primary election to fill the unexpired term left following the death of Senator Robert C. Byrd is set for Saturday, August 28, 2010.Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:54:25 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantAnticipatesWorkingCloselyWithAttorneyGeneralLegislatureInByrdSuccession.aspxSecretary of State stands by her original interpretation of state code.Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:43:44 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ElectionOfficialsCelebrateMilitaryAndOverseasVoterWeekInParkersburgVideoIncluded.aspxTennant said Uniformed Services and Overseas Voter Week is designed to raise awareness among military and overseas voters so they can start the process of registering to vote and requesting an absentee ballot.Tue, 06 Jul 2010 14:47:39 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantRequestsGovernorAddElectionLawChangesToSpecialSession.aspxTennant supports a special election to fill Senator Byrd's seat to take place in November, but without legislative initiative or a new court challenge to the existing law, she is legally obligated to the decision she has conveyed to the Governor.Fri, 02 Jul 2010 16:17:03 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/StateElection.aspxThe proposed legislative rule impacts voters and candidates who run, or who explore the possibility of running, for the two State Supreme Court seats that will be contested in 2012.Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:55:10 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/PublicFundingForStateSupremeCourtRacesGoesIntoEffectTodayTennantMakesFirstContributionToFund.aspxHouse Bill 4130 passed during the 2010 legislative session and went into effect 90 days after the session ended – June 11.Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:01:03 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/OnlineVotingInWestVirginiaHas82PercentReturnRate.aspxMilitary and overseas voters from five counties in West Virginia – Jackson, Kanawha, Marshall, Monongalia, and Wood – were able to request and cast a ballot using a secure internet connection.Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:46:39 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SouthCharlestonHighSchoolReceivesJenningsRandolphAward.aspxThe award is named after Senator Jennings Randolph, who was instrumental in passing legislation allowing 18-year-olds the right to vote.Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:07:30 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WestVirginia'sInternetVotingPilotProgramFeaturedInPewCenterNewsletter.aspxThe online article says voters here “made a bit of voting history in the recent West Virginia primary.”Fri, 21 May 2010 10:46:15 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/LowVoterTurnoutInPrimary;TennantToutsCooperationInSmoothRunningElection.aspxAbout 166,000 people in West Virginia cast ballots in the midterm primary election, including the more than 40,000 people who took advantage of early voting.Thu, 13 May 2010 09:45:28 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TwoCountiesOfferSecureSatelliteVotingPrecincts.aspxVoters in Jackson and Monroe Counties can vote at a secure location away from the county courhouse.Wed, 12 May 2010 13:45:23 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/EarlyVotingNumbersIncrease;SatellitePrecinctCountiesSeeBigJumpInTurnout.aspxAll told 40,493 people voted early in West Virginia.Mon, 10 May 2010 15:54:24 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantUrgesCitizensToWatchForElectionLawViolations.aspxAll information submitted is confidential.Fri, 07 May 2010 16:07:14 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/LiveInteractiveWebcastFromSecretaryOfState'sOfficeSetForMay5.aspxThe webcast contained information about voting systems used in West Virginia, as well as the Secretary of State’s plan for assisting county clerks on Election Day and a personal message from Secretary Tennant to voters and poll workers.Wed, 05 May 2010 14:49:41 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TwoCountiesOfferingSecureSatelliteVoting(VideoIncluded).aspxSecretary Tennant discussed the start of early voting and secure satellite precincts on WSAZ-TV Charleston.Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:54:10 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/EarlyVotingBeginsApril21;TennantDetailsNewElectionProcedures.aspxDuring the 2002 midterm primary election about 14,000 people voted early and in the 2006 midterm primary election about 25,000 people voted early.Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:44:29 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/BasketballProUrgesVotersTo.aspxRenee Montgomery filmed a public service announcement Monday morning with Secretary of State Natalie Tennant stressing the importance of not only registering, but going to the polls on Election Day. Mon, 29 Mar 2010 16:38:08 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantWillDiscussInternationalVotingSummitTonightOnLocalNews.aspxTennant is in Munich, Germany for the 2010 Overseas Vote Foundation UOCAVA summit.Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:44:32 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/PollWorkerTrainingVideosNowAvailableOnline.aspxThe five videos focus on using paper ballots, iVotronic, Automark, Automark and M100, and Optical Scan.Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:26:07 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SomeOverseasWestVirginiaVotersCanCastBallotsOnline.aspxAn online voting pilot project will be implemented in Jackson, Kanawha, Marshall, Monongalia, and Wood Counties.Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:51:56 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/PreparingForThe2010PrimaryElection.aspxIn-person early voting begins April 21 and runs through May 8.Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:48:56 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantCertifiesListOfCandidates;Nearly500FileWithSecretaryofState.aspxAbout 470 candidates filed to run for offices such as House of Delegates, State Senate, and Republican and Democratic State Executive Committee.Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:21:35 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/1,200WatchLiveCandidateFilingWebcast.aspxThe live webcast began at noon on the final day of filing and ended at midnight, when candidacy papers had to be postmarked.Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:43:08 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SPECIALNOTICE-StateCodeDoesNotPermitFilingExtensionDueToWeather.aspxCandidate filings must be postmarked by midnight on January 30.Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:09:45 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SupremeCourtIssuesCampaignFinance.aspxThe opinion was issued January 21, 2010.Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:10:47 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantDiscussesElectionLaw,PossibleLegislationonPBS.aspxSecretary Tennant appeared on "The Legislature Today" with Beth Vorhees.Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:58:18 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/FinalDayOfCandidateFilingToBeWebcastLive.aspxYou can see who files during the last day on a live webcast on the Secretary of State's website.Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:23:29 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/CandidateFilingPeriodBegins;DozensRegisterAtSecretaryofState'sOffice.aspxSecretary of State Natalie E. Tennant turned her conference room into an area dedicated to helping candidates fill out the necessary forms.Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:31:17 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/CandidateFilingPeriodBeginsJanuary11.aspxCandidates seeking office in 2010 can file their paperwork with the Secretary of State's Office or their county clerk.Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:51:53 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/FromAlbemarleCountyToAfghanistan,She'sSeenItAll.aspxSecretary of State Natalie E. Tennant is proud to announce the addition of Jackie Harris to the staff of the Elections Division.Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:56:25 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/OnlineVotingPilotProgramSignedIntoLaw.aspxNot only is this system secure but it ensures the privacy of the voter and their vote.Thu, 03 Dec 2009 17:02:13 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/OnlineVotingProgramPassesUnanimously.aspxA pilot program is being tested that will allow not only members of the military, but other citizens living overseas, the opportunity to vote online.Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:44:16 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/DedicationToCivicDuty220VotersHonored.aspxTo be eligible for the Hall of Fame, a voter must cast a ballot in every general election they are eligible to vote in for the past 50 years.Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:39:22 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ElectionLegislation,VoterRegistrationFocusOfElectionsConferenceinLewisCounty.aspxImportant issues discussed with county clerks and county commissioners, who came from across West Virginia.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:03:33 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantSpeakstoIndependentCommissiononJudicialReform.aspxThe Commission is reviewing how Supreme Court races are financed in West VirginiaWed, 30 Sep 2009 16:18:34 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryofStateStaffAnswerQuestions.aspxMore than 100 town and city leaders from around the state got an in depth explanation of the proposed Early Vote By Mail Pilot Program Wednesday at the 40th Annual Conference of the West Virginia Municipal League.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:07:41 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/TennantFilesNewElectionsRules.aspxChanges include clarification of how poll workers are chosen, how long a satellite plan is in place for an election cycle, adding public notice requirements, and removing a restriction to keep a satellite precinct open for the entire early voting period.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:08:17 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/VoteByMailPilotProgramProposedRulesOnlineForPublicComment.aspxThe legislation to allow municipalities to participate in the Vote By Mail Pilot Program passed during the 2009 Legislative Session (HB 3134).Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:10:23 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/ElectionsConferenceSetForAugust30atStonewallResort.aspxOne special guest scheduled to attend on August 31 is Minnesota Elections Manager Gary Poser.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:11:10 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/SecretaryTennantDiscussesSatellitePrecinctswithKanawhaCountyCommissioners.aspxSecretary of State Natalie E. Tennant discussed the proposed rules for the recently passed Satellite Precinct Bill (House Bill 2464) with members of the Kanawha County Commission Thursday in Charleston.Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:32:11 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/MoreThan130MunicipalitiesHoldElectionsJune9.aspxVoters in more than 130 towns and cities across West Virginia will head to the polls June 9 to choose the men and women who will serve as their municipal leaders.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:12:08 GMThttp://www.sos.wv.gov/news/topics/elections-candidates/Pages/WBOYTVHarrisonCountyClerkSusanThomasRalliesYouthtoPrepareforElection.aspxThe County Clerk said getting experience with the electronic voting machines can encourage youth to become lifelong voters.Fri, 13 Aug 2010 12:47:00 GMT