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Ranson Man Killed in Hit and Run on Shepherdstown Road

State Police Looking for Information Following Hit and Run Pedestrian Death on Shepherdstown Road The Panhandle News Network | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia State Police are investigating a hit and run that resulted in the death of 41-year-old Johnathan Ballou, a resident of Ranson, on Shepherdstown

Local Leaders Urged to Prioritize Community Engagement Over Ceremonies

Be Like Byrd and Overington The Journal | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent article from The Journal, concerns are raised about Representative Riley Moore and Senator Shelly Moore Capito attending a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new Homeland Security building in Harpers Ferry instead of engaging directly

Commission Explores Well Monitoring Amid Water Bottling Controversy

Commission Explores Well Monitoring Amid Water Bottling Controversy

County looks into monitoring commercial groundwater extraction The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway As a legal dispute regarding the proposed water bottling plant unfolds, officials in the area are exploring measures to mandate well monitoring for large groundwater extractors. At a recent Commission meeting, President

Derek Shackelford Prioritizes Affordability for Frederick City Council

Derek Shackelford Prioritizes Affordability for Frederick City Council

Affordability remains focus for Shackelford in bid for third term on Frederick City Council Frederick News Post | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent announcement reported by the Frederick News Post, Derek Shackelford emphasized his commitment to addressing affordability issues as he campaigns for a third term

Shepherdstown Hosts Author Tina Morris on Bald Eagle Conservation

Around the Region - June 27, 2025 The Journal | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Staff On June 27, 2025, The Journal reports that at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, author Tina Morris will present her book, 'Return to the Sky: The Surprising Story of How One Woman and Seven

Tandon's Auto Pen Authorization Sparks Local Integrity Debate

Journal Junction - June 27, 2025 The Journal | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Staff In a recent discussion from Charles Town, Neera Tandon, a former White House staffer for President Biden, disclosed her receipt of authority to use the auto pen for signing documents, though she could not specify who

Don Horne Hot Sauce: A Flavorful Venture from Charles Town

The Skull-ville sauce gurus The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The article from The Spirit of Jefferson details the rise of Don Horne hot sauce, a unique brand created by Dan Horner from Burke, VA, and Bryan Johnson from Charles Town. After a successful Kickstarter