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Charles Town

Charles Town, West Virginia, is a historic city founded in 1786. Known for its rich heritage, it's the county seat of Jefferson County and features well-preserved architecture, museums, and the courthouse where abolitionist John Brown was tried. The city offers scenic views, quaint shops, and a gateway to the Shenandoah Valley, making it a charming destination steeped in American history.

Charles Town Gears Up for Protest Advocating Civil Rights

Charles Town Gears Up for Protest Advocating Civil Rights

Hundreds expected to 'make good trouble' at upcoming protest in Charles Town The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, July 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On July 17, local organizers in Charles Town will hold a protest outside the Jefferson County Courthouse to commemorate Congressman John Lewis and advocate for

Volunteer to Maintain Trails at Cool Spring Preserve in Charles Town

Trail Stewards volunteer workdays scheduled for July The Journal | Friday, July 11, 2025 By Staff The Journal highlights the Potomac Valley Audubon Society's Trail Stewards volunteer workdays scheduled for July at the Cool Spring Preserve in Charles Town. As summer sees increased foot traffic from campers and visitors

Community-Driven Development Movement Launches in Charles Town

A ‘bottom-up’ movement, Strong Towns, comes to Jefferson County hoping to drive community action West Virginia Press Association | Friday, July 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A new local group, Strong Towns of Jefferson County, has emerged in Charles Town, encouraging community-driven urban development through principles like 'bottom up'

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

Commission Restructures Development Authority Board in Charles Town

Jefferson County Commission dissolves Development Authority Board The Journal | Wednesday, July 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During a recent meeting, the Jefferson County Commission decided to reconstitute the Development Authority Board by dissolving its existing 15-member structure. This board plays a crucial role in attracting and supporting business growth in

Charles Town's New Judicial Center Progress Discussed

Charles Town's New Judicial Center Progress Discussed

Jefferson County Commission hears presentation on new court complex refitting The Journal | Wednesday, July 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During a recent meeting, officials from the Jefferson County Commission in Charles Town gathered to discuss the planned retrofit of the building at 330 N. George St., aiming to transform it

Extradited Man Linked to Fatal Hit-and-Run Near Winchester

Second man in deadly hit-and-run extradited to Frederick County The Winchester Star | Wednesday, July 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Michael Eugene Jackson, 50, has been extradited to Virginia following his alleged role in a fatal hit-and-run incident in Winchester that claimed the life of 29-year-old Payton Dixon III. Witnesses reported