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Shepherdstown University Breaks Ground on New Dining Facility

Shepherdstown University Breaks Ground on New Dining Facility

Shepherd University’s new dining hall and multipurpose building is under construction The Journal | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Shepherd University has begun construction on a new dining hall and multipurpose building, marking a pivotal development for students in Shepherdstown. Funded by Rep. Riley Moore and former Sen.

Summit Point Man Admits Role in Major Drug Trafficking Case

Summit Point Man Admits Role in Major Drug Trafficking Case

Viands admits role in drug trafficking organization The Journal | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Matthew David Viands, a distributor linked to a drug trafficking organization in the Eastern Panhandle, has admitted his involvement in distributing fentanyl. He is among 82 defendants charged as part of a broad investigation

Local Police Respond to Multiple Incidents on May 13

Police Logs for May 15, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Staff On May 13, law enforcement officials documented a series of incidents in the region, including multiple disturbances and numerous motor vehicle accidents across locations such as Flowing Springs Rd and Fenway Dr. Noteworthy incidents also involved

Impacts of Drought on Local Farming in Charles Town Area

Impacts of Drought on Local Farming in Charles Town Area

We're heading into our third drought year; what does that mean for local farmers? The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Amid ongoing drought conditions affecting the Shenandoah Valley, local farmers in areas like Charles Town are grappling with the implications for agriculture. Madison

Road Closures in Martinsburg and Hedgesville Due to Flooding

Several Roads in the Area Have Closures Due to Flooding The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Following over two inches of rainfall in a single day, several roads have been closed in the Eastern Panhandle, including McCubbins Hollow Road and Douglas Grove Road, impacting travel

Summit Point Resident Admits Role in Drug Trafficking Ring

Jefferson County Man Admits to Role in Drug Trafficking Operation in Eastern Panhandle The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A Summit Point resident, Matthew David Viands, has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a significant drug trafficking operation distributing fentanyl and other illegal substances across

WVU Medicine Transforms Addiction Recovery Services in Charles Town

WVU Medicine Transforms Addiction Recovery Services in Charles Town

WVU Medicine strengthens commitment to recovery The Journal | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Staff WVU Medicine is enhancing its addiction treatment services in the Eastern Panhandle, particularly benefiting residents in towns like Charles Town and Ranson. The organization is shifting towards a tailored care model, which has already led to