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Historic Washington Street Buildings: Charles Town's Legacy

Historic Washington Street Buildings: Charles Town's Legacy

Washington Street buildings have long and storied history in Charles Town The Journal | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway As the Jefferson County government transitions to the former American Public University System building, the future of historic structures along Washington Street in Charles Town becomes a focal point. Douglas

Charles Town's Unique Chance to Revitalize Downtown

Charles Town's Unique Chance to Revitalize Downtown

OP-ED: A once-in-a-generation opportunity for downtown Charles Town The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, August 13, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Spirit of Jefferson highlights a pivotal opportunity for downtown revitalization in Charles Town, as local leaders advocate for the city to purchase Washington Street properties from the county. This strategic

County Commission Launches Services from New Building in Charles Town

County Commission Launches Services from New Building in Charles Town

County Commission holds first meeting in new building, sets new path for JCDA The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On July 17, the County Commission convened for its inaugural meeting at the new government administration building on North Lawrence Street, as reported by The Spirit

Charles Town Historical Artifacts Donated to Local Institutions

Charles Town Historical Artifacts Donated to Local Institutions

APUS donates thousands of historical items to local and military Institutions The Journal | Friday, July 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that the American Public University System has donated over 7,500 historical items, including documents and artifacts from its recently closed Richard G. Trefry Library in Charles

Cost of Courthouse Upgrades in Charles Town Rises by $2.5M

Cost of Courthouse Upgrades in Charles Town Rises by $2.5M

Security upgrade cost estimate for new courthouse grows $2.5M The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Spirit of Jefferson reports that following the purchase of two buildings in Charles Town, the Jefferson County Commission has encountered a $2.5 million increase in the estimated

Significant Real Estate Transactions in Harpers Ferry and Charles Town

Deed Transfers for July 11, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, July 10, 2025 By Staff On July 11, 2025, The Journal reported significant real estate transactions across several districts, including Charles Town and Harpers Ferry. Notable deeds include a $940,000 transfer for property in Shepherdstown and various sales involving local

Charles Town's Historic Building Purchase Redefines Local Development

Charles Town's Historic Building Purchase Redefines Local Development

Majdi: JCC buying state-of-the-art facilities is the 'deal of the century' The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, July 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a surprising turn of events, local leaders from Charles Town celebrated a transformative $23.552 million purchase of two state-of-the-art, energy-efficient buildings from the American