2026 Candidate Forums

The Top of Virginia Regional Chamber’s Public Policy Committee recently hosted two Candidate Forums at The Hive at Shenandoah University. The Frederick County Board of Supervisors Candidate Forum was held Monday, October 5, followed by the Winchester City Council Candidate Forum on Thursday, October 8.

Candidates responded to questions developed by the Public Policy Committee, giving voters an opportunity to hear directly from those seeking local office and learn more about their priorities and perspectives.

Frederick County Board of Supervisors Candidate Forum

Monday, October 5, 2026

Pictured from left to right:

Moderator Scott McGeary, followed by participating candidates for the Frederick County Board of Supervisors:

Chairman At-Large

John Jewell*

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Alex Ritter

Alexander Ritter, Independent for At-Large Chairman, Frederick County Board of Supervisors

Back Creek District

Al Orndorff*

Website: No official campaign website is available at this time.

Elizabeth Aylor

Website: No official campaign website is available at this time.

Gainesboro District

Jason Aikens*

Aikens for Supervisor – Common Sense Leadership for Frederick County, Virginia

Rebecca Rager

Rebecca For Gainesboro

Vaughn Whitacre was scheduled to participate in the forum but was unable to attend as planned.

Vaughn for the Valley — People. Progress. Principles.

*Indicates incumbent.

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Winchester City Council Candidate Forum

Recording Update

Thursday, October 8, 2026

Due to technical difficulties with the Zoom recording, the Winchester City Council Candidate Forum held on October 8, 2026, is unfortunately unavailable for viewing. We sincerely regret that we are unable to share the full recording with our community.

However, we are able to share a video featuring the candidates' closing statements, providing an opportunity to hear directly from those seeking to serve on Winchester City Council.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the candidates who took the time to participate in the forum and share their perspectives on issues impacting Winchester. The willingness to serve is admirable.

While the recording is unavailable, we still want to help our community stay informed. Below, you'll find a list of Winchester City Council candidates, along with links to their campaign websites, where you can learn more about their platforms, priorities, and vision for Winchester.

The Top of Virginia Regional Chamber remains committed to fostering civic engagement and providing opportunities for voters to learn more about the individuals seeking to serve our community.

Watch Closing Statements

Pictured from left to right:

Moderator Nathan Stalvey, followed by participating candidates for the Winchester City Council Candidate

Winchester City Council, Ward 1