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Sheriff Revives Medical Training for Deputies in Charles Town Area

Sheriff Revives Medical Training for Deputies in Charles Town Area

Jefferson County sheriff wants to increase first responder training for deputies WV News | Monday, October 13, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The sheriff's office in Jefferson County plans to allocate budget funds to revive a training program for deputies to receive medical training and certification. This initiative aims to

Middleway Day Celebrates Community and History in Middleway

Middleway Day Celebrates Community and History in Middleway

Community, centuries of history celebrated at Middleway Day The Journal | Monday, October 13, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Middleway Day, celebrated in the town of Middleway, showcased the area's rich history and strong community ties, as residents young and old came together for festivities. Wesley Weaning and Carl Novinger

Ranson's Matt Harvey Appointed as U.S. Attorney

Matt Harvey Sworn in as US Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia The Panhandle News Network | Monday, October 13, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Matt Harvey, a former prosecuting attorney from Ranson, was sworn in as the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia, following his

Middleway Day Festival Brings Community Together in Spirit

Middleway Day Festival Brings Community Together in Spirit

Celebration on Middleway Day: that’s the spirit in more ways than one The Spirit of Jefferson | Monday, October 13, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Saturday, Middleway thrived during its annual Middleway Day festival, drawing hundreds of visitors to celebrate the town's rich history and community spirit. Organized

Ranson Man Arrested for Threatening Police at Hotel

W.Va. man accused of pulling gun on police, bystander The Winchester Star | Monday, October 13, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A Ranson man, Brian Keith Jones, was arrested for allegedly brandishing a gun at deputies while under the influence of methamphetamine at a Holiday Inn Express in Frederick County. After

Shepherdstown's BooFest: Explore the Haunted Entler Hotel

Ghost tours and paranormal adventures The Journal | Monday, October 13, 2025 By Staff As part of BooFest in historic Shepherdstown, the haunted Entler Hotel will host free ghost tours from Oct. 25-26, welcoming donations to its museum. Additionally, on Oct. 24 and 25, paranormal tours led by local investigators and

Shepherdstown Chess Club Celebrates National Chess Day

National Chess Day commemorated by local chess club The Journal | Sunday, October 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On National Chess Day, the Shepherdstown Chess Club hosted a successful Chess Puzzle Night at Game Knights, gathering local players of all ages. Organizer Anya Ellis aimed to create an inclusive atmosphere, promoting