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For Immediate Release Contact: Vincent4WV Campaign Email: info@vincent4wv.org Phone: (304) 202-1123 Rob Vincent Statement: Thank You, Jefferson County — Moving Forward Together After the Democratic Primary for House District 99 Charles Town, WV — After tonight’s Democratic primary, Rob Vincent, Democratic candidate for the West Virginia House of Delegates in District 99, released the following statement focused on working people, community power, and accountability: “Friends

Putting Families and Communities Ahead of Corporate Influence For nearly four decades, I’ve served this country as a veteran, educator, small businessman, and public‑health executive. Across every chapter of that work, one truth has been impossible to ignore: the biggest drivers of poor health in our communities aren’t just individual choices — they’re commercial forces shaping the environment around us. Commercial Determinants of Health (CDoH) are the strategies and systems

We are facing an addiction crisis that is evolving faster than the systems designed to respond to it. The Addiction Science Under Siege: 2025 Impact report documents how federal funding cuts, administrative disruptions, and political interference have eroded the scientific infrastructure that states rely on to prevent substance use, expand treatment, and support long‑term recovery.

Do I Stand Alone: Finding Conviction in a Divided Time

Jefferson County is once again at the center of a conversation about growth, infrastructure, and accountability. The recent proposal for a data center in Summit Point, introduced to the Charles Town Utility Board, highlights both the promise and the pressure that come with large‑scale development. According to The Observer’s coverage, the developer has begun early discussions about water and sewer service for a 235‑acre site northwest of the village. The company’s willingness

The recent threats at Wildwood Middle School shook Jefferson County families and reminded us how deeply safety and our community's health, wellness, and well-being are intertwined. When fear enters our schools, it doesn’t just disrupt learning — it exposes the cracks in our broader systems of care, communication, and resilience. The Addiction Science Under Siege 2025 Impact Report from the National Prevention Science Coalition and the Addiction Science Defense Network highlig

By Robert Vincent, Candidate for House of Delegates, District 99 Today, Brenda and I went to the polls together — continuing a family tradition that began more than 35 years ago. With us was Brenda’s mother, Jeanette, who at 94 has voted in every election since women first gained the right to do so. Her example reminds us that civic participation isn’t just a right — it’s a responsibility passed from one generation to the next. A Legacy We Carry Forward Jeanette’s lifelong co

Join the Conversation — April 21st, 9 AM – 9:30 AM I am excited to announce that I will be participating in an important candidate forum hosted by Talk Radio WRNR . This event will be broadcast live, providing multiple platforms for engagement, including TV 10, radio, and online streaming . During this half-hour forum, we will delve into a range of topics that are crucial to our community, including local priorities that directly impact our residents, the importance of tra

Right now, too many legislators are embracing a dangerous idea: just build the data center and hope everything else works out. That is not responsible governance, and it is not what the West Virginia Constitution envisions when it protects local self‑government.

CHARLES TOWN, WV — Rob Vincent, candidate for the West Virginia House of Delegates in District 99, announced two bills he will introduce to restore local authority and protect community resources as data center development accelerates in Jefferson County. The first measure, The Local Control Restoration Act, would amend HB 2014 to repeal the ban on local zoning and other regulations under which all other businesses live. It would also reverse HB 2014’s diversion of half of a

Our state stands at a crossroads. If we demand accountability, insist on community first planning, and protect our resources, we can ensure that the digital economy strengthens West Virginia rather than exploiting it.

Every election season brings a new wave of national headlines, polling memos, and political forecasts. Lately, much of that noise has centered on the Make America Healthy Again movement — a reminder that, across the country, people are hungry for something simple: a government that protects their health, their families, and their future.

When I think about the future of Jefferson County, I see a community brimming with potential. But potential alone is not enough. We need clear, actionable policies that ensure every resident has a fair chance to succeed. That’s why I’m committed to representing you in the House of Delegates with a focus on good jobs, strong schools, affordable healthcare, and accountable government. These are not just buzzwords; they are the pillars that will support our community’s growth an

For months now, West Virginians have heard big headlines about data centers — especially the data center project announced in Berkeley County. But here in Jefferson County, where multiple data center proposals are already in the pipeline, residents have been kept in the dark. Not because local leaders don’t care, but because state law allows these projects to move forward without public disclosure . That’s not how government should work. Not in Jefferson County. Not in West

On Friday, March 27, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., neighbors from across Jefferson County are invited to gather at Corner Connection, Pendleton Hall, 108 S. Samuel Street, Charles Town, WV, for an evening of conversation, connection, and a shared commitment to building a stronger Jefferson County and West Virginia. I hope you’ll be there.

As a veteran, educator, and behavioral‑health leader, I have seen firsthand how deeply these rights matter. When government oversteps into private medical decisions, it violates the very constitutional values that define us: individual liberty, due process, and the right to be secure in one’s own body and home. These are not abstract ideas—they are the bedrock of a free society.

“Responsible growth requires constitutional stewardship, fair taxation, and genuine community partnership. We can welcome innovation and investment while still insisting on transparency, worker protections, and respect for the character of our communities. As Delegate for District 99, I will fight for economic development that strengthens our region, protects working families, and ensures that what we build today leaves West Virginia stronger tomorrow.”

“A $4 billion data center is a major project, but West Virginians deserve straight answers before we celebrate. We still don’t know who the end user is, what the long term jobs look like, or how this will impact our roads, utilities, and neighborhoods. I support growth—but only when it’s transparent, protects taxpayers, and uses skilled union labor like the IBEW to ensure safety and real local jobs. As Delegate, I’ll fight for development that strengthens our communities, not

A Shift Away from Community Responsibility There was a time when corporate leaders understood that their success was tied to the well‑being of the workers they hired and the towns they called home. Employers invested in schools, parks, and civic life because they recognized a simple truth: strong communities create strong companies.

West Virginians deserve a government that works with them, not around them. HB 2014 fails that test, and I am committed to fixing it.