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Local Leaders Unite Against Proposed PJM Transmission Lines

Jefferson County Commission sends letter opposing PJM Interconnection Transmission lines The Journal | Friday, February 21, 2025 By Ainsley Hall During a recent meeting, the Jefferson County Commission decided to oppose the proposed PJM Interconnection transmission lines intended to serve data centers in Loudoun County, Virginia. Local officials voiced concerns about

Harpers Ferry Students Celebrate Logan Kenney at LEGO Fair

Harpers Ferry Students Celebrate Logan Kenney at LEGO Fair

C. W. Shipley honors Logan Kenney during the third annual LEGO Fair The Journal | Wednesday, February 19, 2025 By Ainsley Hall On Wednesday, C.W. Shipley Elementary School in Harpers Ferry held its third annual Logan's LEGO Fair to honor the late Logan Kenney, a cherished student from

Ranson Elementary Students Explore Science with Dr. Wilson

Ranson Elementary Students Explore Science with Dr. Wilson

Fifth grade students join a special science experience led by Dr. Craig Wilson The Journal | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 By Ainsley Hall Fifth graders at Ranson Elementary engaged in an exciting hands-on science experience with Texas A&M educator Dr. Craig Wilson, who visited as part of the USDA’

Ranson's EmComm Program Equips Students for Emergency Dispatch Careers

Ranson's EmComm Program Equips Students for Emergency Dispatch Careers

New EmComm program prepares students for careers in Emergency Communications The Journal | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 By Ainsley Hall The Journal reports on a new career and technical education initiative, the EmComm program, launched by Jefferson County Schools in collaboration with local Emergency Communications. Designed to train students for careers

New Martinsburg Store Offers Affordable Appliances for Residents

New Martinsburg Store Offers Affordable Appliances for Residents

Appliances 4 Less location opens in Martinsburg The Journal | Monday, February 17, 2025 By Ainsley Hall Appliances 4 Less has opened a new store in Martinsburg, located at 1341 Old Courthouse Square, offering various discounted appliances including refrigerators and washers. This nationwide chain specializes in new appliances with minor cosmetic

Shepherdstown Opera House Launches Community Theater Initiative

Shepherdstown Opera House Launches Community Theater Initiative

Shepherdstown Opera House forms the Town Run Theater Company The Journal | Friday, February 14, 2025 By Ainsley Hall The Shepherdstown Opera House has established the Town Run Theater Company, a new community theater group aimed at showcasing local talent through performances. This initiative, sparked by a conversation between co-owner Harriet

Silly String Fun at Driswood Elementary Boosts Attendance

Silly String Fun at Driswood Elementary Boosts Attendance

Driswood Elementary encourages student attendance with silly string The Journal | Friday, February 14, 2025 By Ainsley Hall In February, Driswood Elementary in Shenandoah Junction initiated the creative attendance incentive called 'It’s Silly to Miss School,' allowing students to spray silly string at their teachers for good attendance.