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New Romance Bookstore Opens in Charles Town, Attracts Fans

New Romance Bookstore Opens in Charles Town, Attracts Fans

Bestselling author opens new romance-centered bookstore The Journal | Tuesday, July 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Excitement filled Charles Town as Miss Willa’s Bookshop officially opened on Saturday, owned by bestselling author Jennifer Armentrout. This charming new bookstore, inspired by one of Armentrout's beloved characters, specializes in romance

New Government and Judicial Complex Opens in Charles Town

New Government and Judicial Complex Opens in Charles Town

Jefferson County celebrates milestone with opening of new Government and Judicial Complex The Journal | Tuesday, July 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant community event, the staff of the Jefferson County Commission welcomed residents to celebrate the opening of a new Government and Judicial Complex in Charles Town. Located

Planning Commission Discusses Legal Actions Over Middleway Facility

Planning Commission Discusses Legal Actions Over Middleway Facility

Jefferson County Planning Commission enters executive session concerning Sidewinder lawsuit The Journal | Wednesday, July 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Tuesday evening, the Planning Commission convened in Charles Town to address the Circuit Court case against Sidewinder Enterprises LLC, concerning their proposed Mountain Pure water packaging facility at the former

Kearneysville Welcomes Ashworth as New Principal at North Jefferson Elementary

Kearneysville Welcomes Ashworth as New Principal at North Jefferson Elementary

Ashworth joins the North Jefferson Elementary family as the new principal The Journal | Tuesday, July 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Joyce Ashworth has been appointed as the new principal of North Jefferson Elementary, as reported by The Journal. With 30 years in education, including her recent role as assistant principal

Charles Town Ceremony Honors Service Dogs Billy and Mooney

Charles Town Ceremony Honors Service Dogs Billy and Mooney

Passing of the Leash ceremony honors service dogs Billy and Mooney The Journal | Monday, July 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Hollywood Casino in Charles Town held a heartfelt Passing of the Leash ceremony in collaboration with Thin Line Service Dogs, honoring service dogs Billy and Mooney as they transition

Prismatic Art Studio Opens in Charles Town for Local Creatives

Prismatic Art Studio Opens in Charles Town for Local Creatives

New art studio gives the community a place to express themselves The Journal | Monday, July 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Prismatic Art Studio has opened its doors at Corner Connection in Charles Town, providing a creative space for community members to express themselves through art and crafts. This new hub

Ranson Residents Relocate to Hotels After Storm Damage

Ranson Residents Relocate to Hotels After Storm Damage

Displaced residents move to hotels as Charles Towers is repaired The Journal | Friday, July 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Following a recent storm that damaged Charles Towers in Ranson by tearing off its roof, displaced residents have relocated to nearby hotels after initially finding refuge at the Ranson Civic Center.