Harpers Ferry's Crucial Staffing Cuts Threaten Local Heritage
The Journal highlights the urgent staffing cuts at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (HFNHP), a vital resource for local towns like Harpers Ferry and Charles Town, where tourism significantly impacts economic health. The Harpers Ferry Park Association has tirelessly supported HFNHP for over five decades, yet recent reductions threaten the park's maintenance, ranger presence, and cultural resource conservation. With reduced services, visitors may hesitate to return, jeopardizing local jobs and the economy. As the park's condition deteriorates, the board urges the community to advocate for its preservation to ensure future generations can appreciate the historical and natural heritage of the region.
