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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.

Emergency Response Updates: Incidents Across Berkeley and Jefferson

Fire and Ems for Jan. 6 The Journal | Monday, January 6, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on various incidents handled by emergency services in Berkeley and Jefferson counties on January 3 and 4, including multiple traffic accidents, psychiatric emergencies, and medical crises across locations such as Martins Landing Circle,

Local Perspectives on Traffic, Politics, and Community Events

Journal Junction for Jan. 6 The Journal | Monday, January 6, 2025 By Toni Milbourne The latest column in The Journal discusses various community concerns from Charles Town and Martinsburg, including calls for a moratorium on construction due to traffic issues, reflections on the recent election outcomes, and local sentiments on

Umphrey’s McGee Brings Unique Sounds to Charles Town Concert

Umphrey’s McGee Brings Unique Sounds to Charles Town Concert

Umphrey’s McGee coming to Hollywood Casino The Journal | Friday, January 3, 2025 By Toni Milbourne Umphrey’s McGee, the renowned improv rock band formed by University of Notre Dame students in 1997, is set to perform in Charles Town at the Hollywood Casino Event Center on Saturday, January 18.

From Charles Town DJ to Radio News Host: A Reflective Farewell

My last show WV Metro News | Friday, January 3, 2025 By Hoppy Kercheval In his reflective piece for WV Metro News, the author recounts his unexpected journey into radio journalism, starting from his youth on a family dairy farm near Summit Point. Initially aspiring to be a disc jockey at

Commission Elects Leaders and Discusses Obscenity Ordinance in Charles Town

Commission Elects Leaders and Discusses Obscenity Ordinance in Charles Town

Jefferson County Commission elects officers and discusses new obscenity ordinance The Journal | Friday, January 3, 2025 By Ainsley Hall In a recent meeting held in Charles Town, the Jefferson County Commission elected Pasha Majdi as president and Mike Mood as vice president. The commission also deliberated on creating a new

Local Concerns: Health, Safety, and Governance in Charles Town

Journal Junction for Jan. 3 The Journal | Friday, January 3, 2025 By Toni Milbourne In a recent Journal Junction column, writers from various towns voiced concerns over local health and safety issues, particularly the need for anti-smoking regulations in public businesses prevalent in Charles Town and the inefficacy of the

Local Police Report: New Year Weekend Incidents in Ranson

Police Logs for January 3, 2025 The Journal | Friday, January 3, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on a series of police incidents from December 31, 2024, to January 1, 2025, detailing various disturbances, accidents, and suspicious activities across familiar locations like Berryville Pike and Rt. 9 in Ranson. Notable