Americans for Prosperity West Virginia (AFP-WV) today endorsed candidates in over twenty state legislative districts. As a proven difference maker in competitive elections, AFP-WV is doubling down on endorsing principled policy champions in key races who want to rapidly enact proven solutions to transform the Mountain State. Check them out here: https://americansforprosperity.org/press-release/afp-wv-releases-first-round-of-2026-endorsements/

iVoterGuide is getting ready to score 2026 Primary candidates in West Virginia. Meanwhile, look up who is running to represent you at the national, state and local level at https://ivoterguide.com

Saturday, April 25, 2026
4:30 – 9:00 PM
Holiday Inn • Martinsburg, WV
Reception 4:30 – 6:00 pm
Dinner 6:00 – 9:00 pm

The WV Republican Party voted in January 2025 to close its primaries, effective 2026. This means Independent and unaffiliated voters can no longer vote in the upcoming Republican primaries.  Those wishing to vote in the Republican primaries may register as Republicans until April 21, 2026. The Democrat Party’s primaries remain open.

Primary Election Day is May 12. Polls will be open 6:30 am – 7:30 pm.  Early Voting is April 29 – May 9,  with polls open 8:00 am – 5:00 pm on weekdays, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm on Saturdays.  Last day to register to vote is April 21.
You can vote at one of three early voting locations in Berkeley County:

WV voters will now be required to present a photo ID in order to vote.

The BCRC has opened an online store where you can buy a selection of quality shirts, jackets, hats, and bags with the BCRC logo. The apparel comes in men’s and women’s styles and a variety of colors and sizes. Check it out at https://www.berkeleyrepublicanclub.deco-apparel.com/

A group of involved Berkeley County, WV residents who participate in the political education of members to broaden their understanding of Republican principles, ideals, and the Republican Party Platform. 

BCREC was established by WV Code for the purpose of carrying out the duties of Executive Committee, electing Republicans to public office, to advance the principles and interests of the Republican Party and encourage loyalty to the principles of the Republican Party at all levels of government.

Gateway Republican is an affiliate of the West Virginia Federation of Republican Women (WVFRW) and with the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW) and became affiliated in 2005. Gateway covers the counties of Jefferson, Berkeley and Morgan counties of West Virginia.