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Charles Town Advocates for Historic Building Preservation

Charles Town Now voices concerns about historic buildings at Jefferson County Commission The Journal | Friday, May 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At a recent meeting, Charles Town Now expressed concerns to the Jefferson County Commission regarding the preservation of historic buildings in Charles Town as the commission plans to repurpose

Shepherdstown University Breaks Ground on New Dining Facility

Shepherdstown University Breaks Ground on New Dining Facility

Shepherd University’s new dining hall and multipurpose building is under construction The Journal | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Shepherd University has begun construction on a new dining hall and multipurpose building, marking a pivotal development for students in Shepherdstown. Funded by Rep. Riley Moore and former Sen.

Charles Town Moves Forward with $16M Government Complex Funding

Jefferson County Building Commission approves bond ordinance The Journal | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent meeting, the Jefferson County Building Commission approved the first reading of a bond ordinance for a new $16 million Government and Judicial Complex in Charles Town. This initiative, aimed at renovating

Generous Hearts Gala Raises Funds for Panhandle Home Health in Charles Town

Generous Hearts Gala Raises Funds for Panhandle Home Health in Charles Town

Generous Hearts Gala supports Panhandle Home Health giving patients the care they need The Journal | Monday, May 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Generous Hearts Gala, held at Hollywood Casino in Charles Town, brought together community members to support Panhandle Home Health's mission of providing accessible healthcare. After

Major Upgrades Unveiled at Charles Town Wastewater Facility

Major Upgrades Unveiled at Charles Town Wastewater Facility

Charles Town Wastewater Treatment Facility showcases major upgrades during open house The Journal | Friday, May 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Charles Town Utility Board (CTUB) recently showcased its major upgrades to the Wastewater Treatment Facility during an open house, emphasizing improvements made to better serve the approximately 9,000

Charles Town Approves $16M Bond for New Government Complex

Jefferson County Commission votes to approve bond proposal for APUS buildings The Journal | Friday, May 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant step for Charles Town, the Jefferson County Commission approved a 20-year bond proposal to fund the acquisition and renovation of the old American Public University System buildings

4-H Team from Martinsburg Shines at World FLL Championship

4-H Team from Martinsburg Shines at World FLL Championship

Local 4-H FLL team earns highest marks for its innovation project at World Championship The Journal | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Berkeley County 4-H FIRST LEGO League team, known as Lego Force, proudly represented the region at the World Championship in Houston, achieving full marks on their