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Karen Lynne Arvon (born May 29, 1961 in South Charleston, West Virginia) is an American politician and was a Republican member of the West Virginia Senate representing the 9th district. Prior to this, Arvon represented the 31st district in the West Virginia House of Delegates since January 12, 2013.
Education
Arvon earned her associate degree from Marshall University and her BS in business administration from West Virginia State University.
Private career
Arvon is the office manager for MyCare Inc., her husband's direct primary care facility.
Political career
2012 With District 31 incumbent Democratic Representative Meshea Poore redistricted to District 37, Arvon was unopposed for the May 8, 2012 Republican Primary, winning with 715 votes, and won the November 6, 2012 General election with 3,191 votes (51.2%) against Democratic nominee Clyde McKnight.
Arvon was appointed by Gov. Jim Justice to the District 9 Senate seat in January, 2018. The seat had previously been held by Jeff Mullins, who resigned on January 12, 2018, citing business and family obligations.
Personal life
Avron is married to Matthew Arvon, with whom she has three children.