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Local Students Shine in Recent Academic Achievements

Various college students from Panhandle recognized The Journal | Tuesday, January 7, 2025 By Staff The Journal recently highlighted achievements of local students from Martinsburg, Inwood, and surrounding areas, including Victoria Davis who earned a Master’s from Georgia Tech and multiple graduates from the University of Maryland Global Campus. Notable

Shepherdstown Residents Embrace Unique New Year’s Resolutions

Shepherdstown Residents Embrace Unique New Year’s Resolutions

2025 brings with it fresh take on New Year's resolutions The Journal | Monday, January 6, 2025 By Tabitha Johnston As 2025 begins, local residents in Shepherdstown reflect on their New Year's resolutions, shifting from traditional health goals to more personal and social objectives. Mark Kohut aims

Middleway Community Voices Concerns Over Water Bottling Project

Middleway Community Voices Concerns Over Water Bottling Project

Jefferson County Foundation hosts forum to discuss Mountain Pure Water Bottling Facility The Journal | Monday, January 6, 2025 By Ainsley Hall Last Friday, the Jefferson County Foundation held a forum at Grace Episcopal Church in Middleway to discuss the Mountain Pure water bottling facility project. Led by President Christine Wimer,

Linda Wright Departs from Jefferson County Sheriff Reserves

Linda Wright Departs from Jefferson County Sheriff Reserves

Wright says farewell to Reserve duty The Journal | Monday, January 6, 2025 By Toni Milbourne Linda Wright, a dedicated member of the Jefferson County Sheriff Reserves for 11 years, has stepped down from her volunteer role, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and leadership. Recognized by her peers and community

Harpers Ferry Schools Closed Amid January 7 Weather Alerts

Harpers Ferry Schools Closed Amid January 7 Weather Alerts

Tri-State delays, cancellations for Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, due to weather Herald-Mail Media | Monday, January 6, 2025 By Julie E. Greene Due to severe weather conditions on January 7, 2025, schools in the region, including those in Harpers Ferry and Charles Town, are closed for the day, and various after-school

Schools in Charles Town and Ranson Close Due to Snow Day

Closings and Delays for January 6th The Panhandle News Network | Monday, January 6, 2025 By Marsha Kavalek On January 6, 2025, multiple schools and government services across the region, including Charles Town and Ranson, are closed due to inclement weather. Both public and private educational institutions, such as Jefferson County

Charles Town Key Club Raises Funds for Imagination Library

Charles Town Key Club Raises Funds for Imagination Library

Key Club members help fund books for local kids The Journal | Monday, January 6, 2025 By Tom Markland In Charles Town, students from local Key Clubs have raised $450.71 through the Cheer Booth to support the Imagination Library, which provides books to children. Key Club president Julie Fincham introduced