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Earl Ray Tomblin (born March 15, 1952) is an American politician who served as the 35th governor of West Virginia from 2011 to 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served in the West Virginia Senate from 1980 to 2011 and as president of the West Virginia Senate from 1995 to 2011.
Oct 4, 2011 · Christian: Presbyterian. Earl Ray Tomblin (b. March 15, 1952 in Logan County, West Virginia) was the 35th governor of West Virginia. A Democrat, he first assumed the office of acting governor by virtue of his role as President of the West Virginia State Senate in January 2010, and was elected on October 4, 2011 to serve the remainder of former ...
Jan 9, 2017 · A profile of the outgoing governor of West Virginia, who served in the state Legislature and as Senate president before becoming governor in 2010. Learn about his achievements, challenges, personality and hobbies in this article by The State Journal.
Jan 9, 2024 · Earl Ray Tomblin, who was governor of West Virginia at the time, issued a "Do Not Use" order for tap water after a chemical spill in the Elk River. The incident affected 300,000 people and required a massive response from state and federal officials.
Learn about Earl Ray Tomblin, one of West Virginia's longest-serving legislators and the 35th governor of the state. Find out his biography, political career, achievements and personal life.
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Jan 11, 2017 · CHARLESTON, W.VA. (January 11, 2017) – Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today delivered his farewell address to the West Virginia Legislature in the House Chamber at the State Capitol Complex after serving six years as governor and a total of 42 years in public service in the Mountain State.
Dec 29, 2016 · West Virginia's longest-serving governor and former Senate President reflects on his career, challenges and plans for the future. He and his wife, Joanne, share their personal and political journey, from meeting in the Statehouse to returning to Logan County.
