Bennett

Broschart

George

Harris

Jones

Lipscomb

Lowther

Nixon

Phares

Phillips

American Legion H.W. Daniels Post 29 in Elkins sent the students to Boys State, an honors, leadership and citizenship Academy which has existed since 1936 to teach good government through participation to the outstanding male high school junior class members in the state of West Virginia.

American Legion Mountaineer Boys State is the second oldest in the nation and is the only Boys State event to still be held in its original location.

Students attending the camp are exposed to the rights, privileges, duties and responsibilities of a franchised citizen. They learn objectives and practical applications of city, county, and state government by being elected to various offices, or applying for various employments simulating a functioning state of the union.

Activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, assemblies, boards and recreational programs.

The 2025 Randolph County participants included:

Participants for the 2025 American Legion Mountaineer Boys State included:

Anthony Bennett, a son of Ed and Crystal Bennett, who attends Elkins High School. Anthony is involved in Elkins High School band, and is a member of the National Honors Society, and Randolph and Tucker County Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES). After high school, Anthony plans to become a paramedic, and get involved with Search and Rescue.

Alexander Broschart, a son of Jamie and Marlena Broschart, attends Elkins High School. Alexander is involved in Elkins High School varsity basketball and baseball, and is a member of the National Honor Society, and Track and Field. After high school, Alexander plans to attend college and major in accounting. He hopes to work alongside his mother at her firm. If not, he plans to pursue physical therapy or become a mechanic like his father.

Kaden George, a son of Kenny and Breanna George, attends Elkins High School. Kaden is involved in the Elkins High soccer, basketball, golf and tennis teams. After high school, Kaden plans to attend college and pursue a degree in business.

Andrew Harris, a son of Scott and Christina Harris, attends Elkins High School. Andrew is involved in the Old Brick Playhouse, Scouting America Troop 88, Highlands Composite Mountain Bike Team, Elkins High School Band, and is a member of the National Honors Society and First United Methodist Church. After high school, Andrew plans to attend college and major in biology, and wants to use this degree to become a doctor or join the Forest Service.

Logan Jones, a son of Jonathan and Teka Jones, attends Elkins High School. Logan is involved in Elkins High School cross country, track and field, Elkins High School band, and is a member of the National Honors Society. After high school, Logan plans to attend college and pursue a career in science and nursing.

Daniel Lipscomb, a son of Hollis and Jennifer Lipscomb, attends Elkins High School. Daniel is involved in Scouting America and Youth Group. After high school, Daniel plans to attend college and earn a degree in a biological field.

Aiden Lowther, a son of Chris Lowther and Jenna Jeffries, attends Elkins High School. Aiden is involved in the Elkins High School band and jazz band. He has been selected as a trumpeter for the Mountain State Forest Festival. After high school, Aiden plans to attend college, obtain a degree in forensics and work for the FBI.

Preston Nixon, a son of Phillip and Christine Nixon, attends Elkins High School. Preston is involved in 4-H, Wellness Club, and is a member of the National Honors Society. After high school, Preston plans to attend Marshall University Flight School and become an aviation technician.

Dempsey Phares, a son of David Phares and Gail Phares-Cardinal, and stepson of Mike Cardinal, attends Elkins High School. Dempsey is involved in the Wellness Club. After high school, he wants to become a professional disc golfer and pursue a career in culinary arts.

Mason Phillips, a son of Bill and Julie Phillips, attends Tygarts Valley High School. Mason is involved in Outdoor Adventure Club, Golf Club, and attends Arbor Church. After high school, Mason plans to attend college, most likely WVU, to study pharmacy or another healthcare-related field.