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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.

Harpers Ferry Man, 21, Charged with Sexually Soliciting Minor

Harpers Ferry man charged with sexually soliciting a minor The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Erik Anderson In a recent report by The Spirit of Jefferson, Jayson Donovan Hughes, a 21-year-old man from Harpers Ferry, was charged with soliciting sexually explicit images from a 15-year-old girl in

Comprehensive Police Logs: Incidents in Jefferson County and Martinsburg on November 26, 2024

Police Logs for November 29, 2024 The Journal | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Staff On November 29, 2024, The Journal reported a series of police logs detailing various law enforcement incidents in Jefferson County and Martinsburg City on November 26. The logs included multiple disturbances, motor vehicle accidents, harassment cases,

Join the Holiday Festivities at Charles Town’s Opera House with 'A Christmas Story' and 'The Nutcracker'

Join the Holiday Festivities at Charles Town’s Opera House with 'A Christmas Story' and 'The Nutcracker'

Charles Town’s Opera House brings holiday favorites The Journal | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 By Toni Milbourne Published by The Journal, the article highlights the festive offerings at the Old Opera House Theatre Company in Charles Town, which include two beloved holiday productions: the musical adaptation of 'A Christmas

Martinsburg Offers Free Downtown Parking for Holidays to Boost Business

Parking in Downtown Martinsburg is free for the holidays The Journal | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 By Tom Markland Published by The Journal, the City of Martinsburg has announced that from November 28 until January 2, on-street parking will be free in select downtown areas, including Queen Street and King Street,

Analyzing the Political Landscape Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration and Its Economic Implications

Journal Junction - November 27, 2024 The Journal | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 By Staff In a recent article from The Journal, various perspectives are shared on the implications of potential actions from President-elect Trump, particularly concerning tariffs and immigration policy, while highlighting the troubles faced by the DNC following their

Shepherdstown Book Festival Organizes Holiday Bazaar at Local Library

Around the Region - November 26, 2024 The Journal | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 By Staff In an article published by The Journal, it is highlighted that the Shepherdstown Book Festival is organizing its first Christmas and Holiday Book and Craft Bazaar on November 30, 2024, at the Old Charles Town

Shepherdstown Book Festival to Host Holiday Bazaar in Charles Town

Charles Town Christmas and Holiday Market Planned The Journal | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 By Staff The Journal reports that the Shepherdstown Book Festival is hosting a Christmas and Holiday Book and Craft Bazaar on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Old Charles Town Library in