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Ranson Elementary Hosts Breakfast for New Teachers

Ranson Elementary Hosts Breakfast for New Teachers

Jefferson County celebrates new teachers as they begin a new journey in education The Journal | Tuesday, August 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On August 5, the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce hosted a breakfast at Ranson Elementary to welcome 61 new teachers joining local schools. This event celebrated their important

Charles Town Commission Invites City to Discuss Washington Street Buildings

Charles Town Commission Invites City to Discuss Washington Street Buildings

Jefferson County Commission sends letter to start discussions concerning Washington Street buildings The Journal | Tuesday, August 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During a recent meeting, the Jefferson County Commission voted to reach out to Charles Town officials regarding the potential sale of the Washington Street buildings. This initiative arose from

New Voices Appointed to Charles Town’s Development Authority

New Voices Appointed to Charles Town’s Development Authority

Jefferson County Commission appoints new members to the Development Authority The Journal | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that after previously dismantling the board, the Jefferson County Commission appointed several new members to the Jefferson County Development Authority. Among those appointed are local residents from Charles

Charles Town's New Voice Play Festival Celebrates Local Talent

The New Voice Play Festival returns to the Old Opera House stage The Journal | Wednesday, August 6, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The 25th annual New Voice Play Festival kicks off this weekend at the Old Opera House in Charles Town, showcasing four original one-act plays for the first time. Local

Charles Town Hearing Focuses on Water Utility Dispute

Charles Town Hearing Focuses on Water Utility Dispute

Public Service Commission hearing discusses territorial dispute between water utility providers The Journal | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On July 30th, the West Virginia Public Service Commission convened a hearing in Charles Town to address the ongoing territorial dispute between the Charles Town Utility Board and West Virginia

Shepherdstown Hosts Robotics Camp for Future Innovators

Shepherdstown Hosts Robotics Camp for Future Innovators

Jefferson County students gear up for VEX IQ season at robotics camp The Journal | Friday, August 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Shepherdstown Middle School recently hosted a robotics camp aimed at preparing students from the area for the upcoming VEX IQ competition season. Organized by local Robotics Clubs coach Randall

Charles Town Utility Board Battles West Virginia American Water

Charles Town Utility Board Battles West Virginia American Water

Public Service Commission hearing discusses territorial dispute between water utility providers The Journal | Thursday, July 31, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on a recent Public Service Commission hearing in Charles Town addressing the territorial dispute between the Charles Town Utility Board and West Virginia American Water. The controversy