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Storm Devastation: Power Outages Hit Local Communities

Power outages and damage reports across West Virginia and Ohio due to storms WTRF | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway WTRF reports on a severe storm impacting the Ohio Valley, resulting in extensive power outages and some structural damage throughout West Virginia and Ohio. Notably, areas such as Marshall

Marine Veteran Nicholas Russo Joins Shepherdstown Rotary Club

Marine Veteran Nicholas Russo Joins Shepherdstown Rotary Club

Nicholas Russo inducted as new member of Rotary Club of Shepherdstown Herald-Mail Media | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown recently inducted Nicholas Russo, a Marine Corps veteran and Master Trainer at QRF Solutions K9 LLC, as its newest member. The ceremony, held at the

Local Perspectives: Political Discourse in Martinsburg and Beyond

Journal Junctions for April 3, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Staff In a series of opinions from local residents, recent sentiments expressed in The Journal highlight controversial topics affecting the community, including vaccination policies, immigration concerns, and political critiques. From discussions in Martinsburg about Trump's

Shepherdstown to Host Annual Easter Flower Sale on April 18

Animal Welfare Society Easter Flower Sale scheduled for April 18 The Journal | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Staff The Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County is hosting its annual Easter Flower Sale on April 18 from 1-6 p.m. at Domino’s Pizza in Shepherdstown, with a rain date set

April 1 Incidents Reported by Police in Charles Town Area

Police Log for April 3, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Staff On April 1, 2025, local law enforcement in the area responded to a series of incidents, including multiple threats and motor vehicle accidents primarily along the William L. Wilson Freeway. Notable events included reports of fraud

Potomac Bancshares Represents Charles Town at Virtual Banking Conference

Potomac Bancshares, Inc. participates in VirtualBankConference.com The Journal | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Staff Potomac Bancshares, Inc., the holding company for Bank of Charles Town, highlighted its participation in the VirtualBankConference.com on March 13, discussing important topics for bank investors and industry professionals. President and CEO Alice Frazier,

Local Commissioners Urged to Maintain Transparency in Appointments

More transparency, not less The Journal | Wednesday, April 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent article from The Journal, concerns are raised regarding the lack of transparency from newly-elected officials in the county commission, especially following a unanimous vote to change the advertising process for open board positions. Previously