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Shepherdstown Opera House Joins Historic Theatre Trail

Shepherdstown Opera House Joins Historic Theatre Trail

The Shepherdstown Opera House joins the WV Historic Theatre Trail The Journal | Wednesday, January 22, 2025 By Ainsley Hall The Shepherdstown Opera House has joined the West Virginia Historic Theatre Trail, a project created to preserve local arts and culture. Opened in 1910, the opera house has seen a resurgence

Chrisman and Hayes Named to Planning Commission in Charles Town

Chrisman and Hayes Named to Planning Commission in Charles Town

Jefferson County Commission appoints Chrisman and Hayes to the planning commission The Journal | Friday, January 17, 2025 By Ainsley Hall During a recent meeting, the Jefferson County Commission appointed Bruce Chrisman and Daniel Hayes to the planning commission, filling two vital seats amid a competitive selection process with 15 applicants

Middleway Residents Engage with Mountain Pure at Open House

Mountain Pure hosts Community Open House event at the Middleway Volunteer Fire Company The Journal | Thursday, January 16, 2025 By Ainsley Hall Mountain Pure hosted a Community Open House at the Middleway Volunteer Fire Company to engage with locals about its proposed water packaging facility. Attendees had the opportunity to

Charles Town Commission Removes Controversial Land Use Objective

Charles Town Commission Removes Controversial Land Use Objective

County Commission revise the 2045 Comprehensive Plan during a special meeting The Journal | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 By Ainsley Hall During a special meeting in Charles Town, the Jefferson County Commission made significant revisions to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. Following extensive public feedback, planner Luke Seigfried presented a matrix summarizing

Ranson Elementary School's New Building Welcomes Students

Ranson Elementary School's New Building Welcomes Students

Ranson Elementary School celebrates its grand opening The Journal | Monday, January 13, 2025 By Ainsley Hall Ranson Elementary School celebrated the grand opening of its new building after extensive renovations that began in 2020. The school welcomed students back with enthusiasm, marking a new chapter in education for the community.

CTUB Discusses Sidewinder Agreement Amid Public Concerns

CTUB Discusses Sidewinder Agreement Amid Public Concerns

CTUB continues discussion concerning the agreement with Sidewinder Enterprises The Journal | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Ainsley Hall During a recent meeting, the Charles Town Utility Board (CTUB) discussed its agreement with Sidewinder Enterprises for water service, prompting public discontent over the project's transparency. CTUB Chairman John Nissel

New After-School Programs Launched at North Jefferson Elementary

New After-School Programs Launched at North Jefferson Elementary

Jefferson County Parks and Recreation starts after-school programs at North Jefferson Elementary The Journal | Tuesday, January 7, 2025 By Ainsley Hall In Kearneysville, Jefferson County Parks and Recreation has launched new after-school programs at North Jefferson Elementary School, allowing students to engage in sports and outdoor activities right after class.