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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.

Fatal Fire in Harpers Ferry Claims Two Lives and Injures Three

Two people dead, three injured in Jefferson County fire The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, October 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A tragic early morning fire in Harpers Ferry resulted in the deaths of a man and a woman, believed to be family members. The blaze erupted at a residence on

Fatal House Fire in Harpers Ferry Claims Two Lives

Two people dead, three injured in Jefferson County fire WV Metro News | Wednesday, October 1, 2025 By Staff A tragic fire on Blackberry Lane in Harpers Ferry resulted in the deaths of a man and a woman, both believed to be family members. The fire, which occurred around 9 a.

Residential Fire in Harpers Ferry Claims Two Lives

State Police report fatalities at Jefferson County residential fire location The Journal | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Tuesday, two deceased individuals were discovered in a residential fire at 21 Blackberry Lane in Harpers Ferry. The West Virginia State Police responded to the scene around 9:03 a.

AARP Chapter 799 Monthly Meeting in Charles Town

AARP chapter to meet The Journal | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Staff The Jefferson County AARP Chapter 799 is set to convene for its monthly meeting on Thursday, Oct. 9, at Asbury United Methodist Church in Charles Town. Starting at 11 a.m., the meeting will feature guest speaker Steve

Charles Town Voices Concerns on Political Discourse and Free Speech

Journal Junction Oct. 1 The Journal | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Staff In a recent opinion piece published by The Journal, the author reflects on the clash between political discourse and entertainment, specifically criticizing the perceived liberal bias of figures like Kimmel and Colbert. Drawing parallels to past actions by

Significant Real Estate Transactions in Ranson and Charles Town

Deed Transfers for October 1, 2025 The Journal | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Staff In the recent deed transfers for October 1, 2025, published by The Journal, Lennar Corporation has completed various transactions involving properties in Ranson, Charles Town, and Harpers Ferry, with notable sales including $507,740 for a

Revolutionizing Communication: RFD's Local Beginnings in 1896

RFD began as a West Virginia experiment WV Metro News | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The article from WV Metro News details the significant historical impact of Rural Free Delivery (RFD), which originated in the late 19th century as an experimental service in Jefferson County. The introduction of