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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.

Community Remembers Logan Young: Seeking Justice for a Fallen Hero

Community Remembers Logan Young: Seeking Justice for a Fallen Hero

A time to remember…a time for answers The Journal | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Toni Milbourne The Journal reports on the ongoing investigation into the tragic 2020 fire in Martinsburg that claimed the life of local firefighter and National Guardsman Logan Young. The fire, set by an unidentified arsonist

Historic Events in Charles Town and Beyond: A Weekly Review

Historic Events in Charles Town and Beyond: A Weekly Review

This week in West Virginia history Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Staff The Bluefield Daily Telegraph recounts significant events in West Virginia history, highlighting key moments such as the execution of abolitionist John Brown in Charles Town, the opening of the Charles Town Race Track, and the

Local Rotary Clubs Bring Books to Ranson and Charles Town Schools

Local Rotary Clubs Bring Books to Ranson and Charles Town Schools

Rotarians read to Jefferson County first graders The Journal | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Staff Volunteers from the Shepherdstown and Charles Town Rotary clubs engaged first graders at four local elementary schools, reading the classic 'Gingerbread Man' story during the week of December 16. This reading initiative, launched

Middleway Bottling Project Supports Local 4-H and Fair Initiatives

Middleway Bottling Project Supports Local 4-H and Fair Initiatives

Team behind Middleway bottling facility donates to local organizations The Journal | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Tom Markland Mountain Pure, the team developing a bottling facility in Middleway, has pledged significant donations to local organizations including the 4-H Foundation and Fair Association. With commitments such as $25,000 for new

Spaghetti Dinner and New Year Events in Martinsburg Area

Church Events for December 27, 2024 The Journal | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Staff In its recent article, The Journal highlights several exciting church events in the area leading up to the New Year. Calvary United Methodist Church in Martinsburg will host a spaghetti dinner on January 17, featuring a

Celebrate the Holidays with Concerts and a Lantern Parade

Celebrate the Holidays with Concerts and a Lantern Parade

Holiday concerts, Lantern parade and guided hike The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson highlights holiday festivities in local towns through the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival, running from Dec. 28 to Dec. 31, featuring classical performances in Shepherdstown, Charles Town, and Harpers Ferry,

Bank of Charles Town Welcomes New Executives in Leadership Shift

New employees, members for hospital, bank and Rotary The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson reports on the Bank of Charles Town's recent appointment of Shane Bell as chief financial officer and Ronald Burley as executive vice president. Bell, a resident