Delegate Stephen Baldwin appointed to state Senate

CHARLESTON, W.Va.  — Gov. Jim Justice has appointed Delegate Stephen Baldwin to fill the Senate seat vacated by former Sen. Ron Miller, who resigned to accept a position with the Justice administration.

Baldwin, a Democrat, will fill the state Senate seat in District 10, comprised of Greenbrier, Fayette, Summers and Monroe counties.

Baldwin was elected to the House of Delegates in 2016, representing District 42, which encompasses Greenbrier, Monroe, and Summers County. He is a minister at Ronceverte Presbyterian Church.

“Service is my life’s calling,” Baldwin said. “While this wasn’t something I saw coming, I agreed to serve because I can help. I’m honored and humbled to be asked. I want to get to know folks, listen to their stories and make a positive impact. Thanks to Gov. Justice for appointing me and trusting me to serve the people faithfully.”

Detch was a Democratic nominee in West Virginia’s 3rd Congressional District in 2016. Staggers was a former member of the House of Delegates.

Miller, who had a little more than a year remaining in his second term in office, resigned to accept the position of agriculture liaison for the Justice administration.