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Kearneysville's Birdhill Meadows Approved; Ranson Subdivision Stalled

Kearneysville's Birdhill Meadows Approved; Ranson Subdivision Stalled

Kearneysville-area housing project approved, Ranson zoning change delayed The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, August 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Spirit of Jefferson reports on a recent development in Kearneysville, where the Jefferson County Planning Commission approved phase one of Birdhill Meadows, a housing project set to include 720 homes.

Exploring Cultural Exchange: Harpers Ferry's Sister City Connections

What are West Virginia's 'Sister Cities' and what are they for? WBOY 12 News | Monday, August 25, 2025 By Staff In a recent piece from WBOY 12 News, the concept of 'sister cities' is explored, highlighting municipalities in West Virginia like Morgantown, Charleston, Harpers

Martinsburg's Tomato Fest Showcases 28 Heirloom Varieties

28 heirloom tomato varieties, tomato-themed activities featured at 12th annual Tomato Fest The Journal | Monday, August 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Berkeley-Jefferson Extension Master Gardener Association hosted its 12th annual Tomato Fest at the Berkeley County Youth Fairgrounds, featuring 28 heirloom tomato varieties from local growers. The festival'

Potomac Edison Pursues Project Permit Impacting Ranson Area

Potomac Edison to seek PSC permit for Jefferson County leg of MARL line The Dominion Post | Monday, August 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Potomac Edison announced plans to seek a Public Service Commission permit for a segment of the MARL transmission line project, which will span approximately 15.4 miles,

Transformation of Charles Town's Jefferson Memorial Park Pool

Transformation of Charles Town's Jefferson Memorial Park Pool

Work to begin on Jefferson Memorial Park pool The Journal | Monday, August 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Jefferson Memorial Park pool in Charles Town, a cherished local attraction for over 50 years, is set for significant renovations, including a larger pool and a new splash pad. Palmer Construction Co.

Shepherdstown's Trinity Episcopal Church Hosts Community Organ Recital

Shepherdstown's Trinity Episcopal Church Hosts Community Organ Recital

Organist wows audience at first Trinity Episcopal concert The Journal | Monday, August 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On a memorable Sunday afternoon, Trinity Episcopal Church in Shepherdstown hosted its inaugural Community Organ Recital featuring talented organist James Newsome. The concert showcased a range of compositions from Baroque to contemporary pieces,

Operation Monarch: 34 Arrests Targeting Violent Crime in Martinsburg

Operation Monarch Nets 34 Arrests in the Eastern Panhandle The Panhandle News Network | Monday, August 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Operation Monarch, a month-long law enforcement effort led by the U.S. Marshals Service in collaboration with local police and sheriff's offices, resulted in 34 arrests in West