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ACMF Winter Residency Concerts Bring Music to Harpers Ferry & Beyond

2025 Winter Residency Concert Series announced The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Staff The Appalachian Chamber Music Festival (ACMF) is celebrating its fifth season with the return of a Winter Residency Chamber Music Concert Series, set to occur from December 27 to 31 in historic venues across Harpers Ferry,

Charles Town's Former Jailhouse: A Historic Preservation Victory

Historic building omitted The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway An article from The Journal discusses the fate of historic buildings in Charles Town, focusing on the former jailhouse—now the Family Court building—whose planned demolition by a past County Commission sparked a protracted community battle. This

Washington High Employee Dismissed Over Pornographic Materials Incident

Washington High Employee Dismissed Over Pornographic Materials Incident

Washington High employee terminated, believed to follow investigation that showed she was creating, distributing pornographic materials from within the school The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Staff An employee at Washington High School in Charles Town was terminated following an investigation into her creation and distribution of

Shepherdstown Hosts Second Annual Veterans Day Art Show

Shepherdstown Hosts Second Annual Veterans Day Art Show

Second annual Veterans Day Art Show highlights talents of former military members The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The second annual Veterans Day Art Show, hosted by the Shepherdstown Community Club, is taking place at the War Memorial Building, showcasing the diverse artistic talents of military veterans

Economic Forecast for Charles Town Amid Socialist Policies

Journal Junction Nov. 12 The Journal | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Staff In the latest article from The Journal, the implications of socialist policies gaining traction in major cities, particularly in Democratic states, are examined. The piece warns that the philosophy of taxing the wealthy could drive high-income earners to

Saint Joseph School Hosts Scholarship Info Sessions in Charles Town

Saint Joseph School to host sessions on scholarships and enrollment Herald-Mail Media | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Saint Joseph School in Charles Town is hosting informational sessions on scholarships and enrollment for prospective students. The first session on November 12 at St. James the Greater Library will cover

Shepherdstown Chronicle Shines at WV Press Association Awards

The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Journal recognized at the West Virginia Press Association convention The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Monday, November 10, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle and The Journal received accolades at the 2025 West Virginia Press Association convention, with the Chronicle winning several awards including first place for in-depth reporting by