State GOP settles on traditional convention to pick statewide nominees Clark Palmer February 24, 2021 1 minute read The Republican Party of Virginia has opted to choose statewide candidates during a convention this Spring, despite criticism from within the caucus. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia lawmakers vote to remove Harry Byrd Sr. statueNext: Need more reasons to avoid the DMV office? Here you go Related Stories VDOT Announces a First-in-the-State inventory of all of the Commonwealth’s Multiuse Trails Emma Thomas May 8, 2026 Virginia Supreme Court strikes down redistricting referendum Clark Palmer May 8, 2026 Inseparable’s ‘Care That’s Fair’ Campaign Highlights VA’s Struggling Mental Healthcare Industry Emma Thomas May 8, 2026