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Directory of Princeton city records and information 100 Courthouse Road Princeton, WV 24740-2431 (304) 487-5020 Phone (3
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Reference materials and research assistance, online catalog 205 Center Street Princeton WV 24740 Phone: (304) 487-5045 F
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Railroad exhibits, memorabilia and artifacts 99 Mercer Street Princeton WV 24740 Phone: (304) 487-5060
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Businesses directory and area economic development information 1522 North Walker Street Princeton WV 24740 Phone: (304)
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Among the city's landmarks are the Princeton Railroad Museum, which showcases the area's railroad history, and the beautiful Brush Creek Falls, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Princeton is also home to the Mercer County Courthouse, a significant architectural feature completed in 1898, which reflects the city’s historical significance.
City election details and candidate filings are available through Princeton City Hall at 304-487-5000. The Mercer County Clerk's Office at 1501 W Main Street, Room 101, Princeton, WV 24740 administers all elections for local voters. Residents can reach the office at 304-487-8311 or visit mercercountywv.org.
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To register to vote in Princeton, West Virginia, residents can register online through the West Virginia Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Mercer County elections office. West Virginia requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the West Virginia Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Princeton, contact the Mercer County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.
Property records for Princeton, West Virginia are maintained by the Mercer Commissioner of the Revenue's Office and the Mercer County Clerk of the Circuit Court. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Mercer County, including parcels in Princeton. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Mercer 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 Mercer County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.
Birth, death, and marriage records for Princeton, 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 Mercer County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Mercer 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.
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