West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner visited Parkersburg South High School to speak with students who will soon be eligible to vote in the 2026 election. His stop was one of many across the state as part of an initiative aimed at meeting with high school seniors and encouraging them to register early.
Warner talked with students about the importance of being active in the democratic process and highlighted West Virginia’s historical role in supporting the 26th Amendment, which granted 18-year-olds the right to vote. He explained that meeting students in their schools has been an effective way to show young voters why their participation matters and to help them complete the registration process before graduation.
According to Warner, more than 2,000 seniors have already registered through this statewide effort. He also reminded students that anyone turning 18 before next year’s general election may register ahead of time. Eligible students can sign up online by visiting GoVoteWV.com.
