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Community Voices Concerns as Charles Town Moves Forward with Bond Ordinance

Community Voices Concerns as Charles Town Moves Forward with Bond Ordinance

Jefferson County Building Commission discusses concerns about bond ordinance The Journal | Monday, June 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent public hearing hosted by the Jefferson County Building Commission in Charles Town, community members expressed mixed feelings about a proposed $16 million bond ordinance aimed at funding a new

Charles Town Family Honors WWII Veteran in Normandy

Charles Town Family Honors WWII Veteran in Normandy

Family stands where their father once served in Normandy 80 years later The Journal | Saturday, May 31, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a touching tribute to World War II veteran John Rutherford, family members from Charles Town traveled to Normandy, France, to honor his legacy during the 80th anniversary of

Spring Mills High School's Class of 2025 Celebrates Graduation

Spring Mills High School's Class of 2025 Celebrates Graduation

Bright futures begin: Spring Mills High honors class of 2025 The Journal | Thursday, May 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Thursday, Spring Mills High School celebrated the graduation of 391 students, marking a significant milestone for the Class of 2025. Among the graduates were Lyza Bryan, Sophie Taylor, and Paige

Harpers Ferry Children’s Park Reopens After Major Revitalization

Harpers Ferry Children’s Park Reopens After Major Revitalization

Leadership Jefferson celebrates new chapter at Harpers Ferry Children’s Park The Journal | Wednesday, May 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that Leadership Jefferson Class XVII, along with the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the revitalization of Harpers Ferry Children’s Park.

Kelvin Upson Joins Board of Education, Prioritizes Local Students

Kelvin Upson appointed to serve on Jefferson County Board of Education The Journal | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent appointment, Kelvin Upson has joined the Jefferson County Board of Education, filling the seat vacated by Rikki Twyford. Upson, a former member of the Jefferson County Commission,

MedEd Signing Ceremony Kicks Off New Health Careers at Jefferson High

MedEd Signing Ceremony Kicks Off New Health Careers at Jefferson High

High school students take first step toward medical careers at MedEd signing ceremony The Journal | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Tuesday, high school students and families came together at Jefferson High School for a MedEd signing ceremony, marking the start of the school’s third cohort in

Charles Town Commission Approves Health Insurance Rate Hike

Jefferson County Commission votes to accept health insurance increase The Journal | Monday, May 19, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent meeting reported by The Journal, officials in Charles Town addressed a significant rise in employee health insurance costs, ultimately agreeing on a 16.19% increase after an estimated 4%