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Notable landmarks in Bowden include the historic Bowden Baptist Church, which has served the community for many years, and the nearby Cheat River, which is popular for fishing and kayaking. Historically, Bowden was known for its role in the timber industry during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Bowden residents vote in Tucker County elections administered by the Tucker County Clerk, who serves as Tucker County's election authority. The Tucker County Clerk's Office is located at 215 First Street, Suite 105, Parsons, WV 26287, phone (304) 478-2414, website www.tuckercountyclerk.com. Judge Steven L. Shaffer Preston County Courthouse 101 West Main Street, Room 303 Kingwood, WV 26537 304-329-0066 Fax: 304-329-4538 · Sharon Moats, Clerk Tucker County Courthouse 304-478-2606 Fax: 304-478-4464.
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Property records for Bowden, West Virginia are maintained by the Tucker Commissioner of the Revenue's Office and the Tucker County Clerk of the Circuit Court. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Tucker County, including parcels in Bowden. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Tucker County Clerk of the Circuit Court maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many West Virginia counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Tucker County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.
Birth, death, and marriage records for Bowden, West Virginia residents are available through both county and state offices. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Vital Registration, located in Charleston, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in West Virginia. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Tucker County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Tucker County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.