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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.

Incidents Reported in Charles Town and Martinsburg: December 16

Police Logs for December 18, 2024 The Journal | Wednesday, December 18, 2024 By Staff On December 16, local law enforcement responded to a series of incidents in the area, including several motor vehicle accidents and disturbances. Key locations such as Monticello Dr., Jamestown Rd., and W. Washington St. were noted

Emergency Response Highlights from Charles Town and Ranson

Daily Fire/EMS Logs for December 18, 2024 The Journal | Wednesday, December 18, 2024 By Staff On December 16, fire and EMS services responded to a range of incidents throughout the area, including multiple traffic accidents along key routes like Rt. 9 and local streets in Ranson and Charles Town.

Charles Town Races Announces 2025 Schedule with Purse Boost

Charles Town Races Announces 2025 Schedule with Purse Boost

Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races Finalizes 2025 Live Racing Schedule with Purse Increase WV News | Tuesday, December 17, 2024 By Staff Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races has officially confirmed its 2025 live racing calendar, featuring 160 days of racing with a 5% purse increase announced for opening night

Jefferson County's Jack Moore Horn Honored as Distinguished Alumnus

Jefferson County's Jack Moore Horn Honored as Distinguished Alumnus

Harpers Ferry High School Alumni Association honors Horn as Distinguished Alumnus The Journal | Tuesday, December 17, 2024 By Staff In an event hosted by The Journal, the Harpers Ferry High School Alumni Association posthumously recognized Jack Moore Horn with the 2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award during their annual reunion on November

Community Voices: Parenting Tips, Energy Policies, and Presidential Pardons in Jefferson County, WV

Journal Junction - December 17, 2024 The Journal | Tuesday, December 17, 2024 By Staff The December 17, 2024, article published by The Journal discusses various community insights from Jefferson County, West Virginia. It offers parental advice emphasizing core values such as the Golden Rule and non-violence, raises concerns about a

Political Controversies and Local Concerns in Jefferson County, WV

Journal Junction - December 16, 2024 The Journal | Monday, December 16, 2024 By Staff In the December 16, 2024 article from The Journal, various opinions from Jefferson County, West Virginia, highlight ongoing controversies, including the politicization of the Scripp's National Spelling Bee and Senator Joe Manchin's

Community Events in Martinsburg: Spaghetti Dinner, Apple Drop & More

Around the Region - December 16, 2024 The Journal | Monday, December 16, 2024 By Staff In the December 16, 2024 edition published by The Journal, various community events are highlighted, including a spaghetti dinner at Calvary UMC on January 17, Turtle Time at the Case Nature Center on January 8,