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Local Police Stations to Participate in Drug Take-Back Day

Drug collection set for Saturday across W.Va. and the nation WV Metro News | Friday, October 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Saturday, local police stations in areas like Charles Town and Ranson will participate in the DEA's nationwide drug take-back initiative, aimed at safely disposing of unused

Charles Town Woman Sentenced for Business Document Forgery

Jefferson County Woman Could Spend a Decade Behind Bars for Forging Public Document in an Attempt to Set up a Business The Panhandle News Network | Friday, October 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A 53-year-old woman from Charles Town has been sentenced to up to ten years in prison after pleading

Harpers Ferry Author Reveals Origins of Christmas Pickle

In a pickle of a situation about a particular Christmas ornament? Local author O'Connor solves mystery The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, October 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Local author Bob O'Connor, known for his Civil War writings, uncovers the origins of the Christmas pickle tradition in

Tune Up for Breast Cancer Awareness in Shepherdstown

Tune Up for Breast Cancer Awareness in Shepherdstown

Fight breast cancer and upgrade your brakes while you're at it The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, October 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Throughout October, the Brakes for Breasts program invites residents from towns like Charles Town and Harpers Ferry to support breast cancer awareness while ensuring vehicle safety.

Shepherdstown Activist Challenges Political Beliefs at Rally

‘It is up versus down’: Protester talks concerns over federal government overreach, misinformation The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, October 23, 2025 By Staff During the recent No Kings Rally in Shepherdstown, local resident Bethany A. shared her journey of reevaluating her beliefs influenced by a conservative upbringing. This rally symbolized a

Shepherdstown Fire Department Promotes Fire Safety for Families

Safety tips suggested for National Fire Prevention Month The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, October 23, 2025 By Staff As October marks National Fire Prevention Month, the Shepherdstown Volunteer Fire Department emphasizes the importance of integrating fire safety into daily life. Lieutenant John Sines advises families in Shepherdstown and surrounding areas to

Protecting Education: The Importance of Access to Literature in Shepherdstown

Book bans are disgraceful and unethical The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, October 23, 2025 By Staff In a recent opinion piece for The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Brenda Segarra expresses strong opposition to book bans, highlighting the importance of literature in promoting understanding and acceptance, especially for marginalized youth. She references the alarming