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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.

Local Voices Weigh In: Opinions from Charles Town to Harpers Ferry

Journal Junction - June 13, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, June 12, 2025 By Staff In a thought-provoking article published by The Journal, residents from various towns express their discontent over social and political issues affecting their communities. In Charles Town, concerns are raised about the financial burden of school bonds

Real Estate Activity on June 13, 2025: Key Transactions in Local Districts

Deed Transfers for June 13, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, June 12, 2025 By Staff On June 13, 2025, numerous property transactions were recorded in local districts, including Harpers Ferry, Charles Town, and Ranson. Among the notable sales, Jaguar IV LC sold a property for $1,607,740 in Charles Town,

Charles Town Commission Advances Courthouse Plans Amid Criticism

JCC raises impact fees as it moves toward securing $16M building bond; Commission defends $35M facility purchase, upgrade against critics The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, June 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Spirit of Jefferson reports that the local commission in Charles Town is moving forward with plans to purchase

Local Voices Reflect on Politics and Riots: Perspectives from Charles Town and Martinsburg

Journal Junctions for June 12, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, June 12, 2025 By Staff In a recent opinion piece in The Journal, various residents from towns like Charles Town and Martinsburg express their concerns about political issues ranging from immigration and infrastructure to the recent riots in Los Angeles. A

Bark in the Park Rescheduled While Community Engages in Cleanup

Around the Region - June 12, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, June 12, 2025 By Staff In a recent update from The Journal, the Animal Welfare Society has rescheduled the Bark in the Park event in Charles Town to June 21 due to weather concerns, set to include various activities like

Rescheduled 'Bark in the Park' Fundraiser in Charles Town

Animal Welfare Society “Bark in the Park” Fundraiser rescheduled for June 21st The Journal | Thursday, June 12, 2025 By Staff The Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County has rescheduled its popular 'Bark in the Park' fundraiser to June 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at

Juneteenth Festivities in Martinsburg and Charles Town

Juneteenth celebrations planned for next week in Jefferson County The Journal | Thursday, June 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Communities across the Eastern Panhandle are gearing up for Juneteenth celebrations from June 19, highlighted by events in Martinsburg and Charles Town. Papa's Chicken and Ribs, a local eatery, is