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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.

Jefferson County Board Postpones NJES Closure Decision Amid Community Pushback

Closing of North Jefferson Elementary School tabled with new plan in the works The Journal | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Tom Markland In a recent meeting covered by The Journal, Jefferson County residents expressed their opposition to the closure of North Jefferson Elementary School (NJES). The decision to close NJES

Jefferson County Residents Rally Against Water Bottling Facility Proposed by Sidewinder Enterprises

Jefferson County Residents Rally Against Water Bottling Facility Proposed by Sidewinder Enterprises

Jefferson County Planning Commission votes to send back Mountain Pure application The Journal | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Ainsley Hall In a recent meeting, the Jefferson County Planning Commission, as reported by The Journal, voted to send back the application for a controversial water bottling facility proposed by Sidewinder Enterprises

Community Voices: Insights on Politics, Community Service, and Justice in West Virginia

Journal Junction - November 14, 2024 The Journal | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Staff In the November 14, 2024 issue of The Journal, various community members from West Virginia share their perspectives on local and national issues, including the confusion over new roadways affecting wildlife, debates on displaying the Golden

Charles Town Officials Anticipate Economic Boost from County Move

City officials hopeful county government’s projected move will spur revitalization The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Erik Anderson In an article published by The Spirit of Jefferson, Charles Town officials and local business owners express optimism about the potential economic benefits of the county government'

Jefferson County Commission to Purchase Former APUS Building for Relocation of Government Offices

Commission moves to buy APUS building The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Erik Anderson The Spirit of Jefferson reports that the Jefferson County Commission has initiated the purchase of a 91,600-square-foot building from the American Public University System in Charles Town, with plans to relocate most

Experience the Joy of Movement at the Appalachian Ecstatic Dance on October 26 in Charles Town

Appalachian Ecstatic Dance Set for October 26 The Winchester Gazette | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Staff The Winchester Gazette reports that the Appalachian Ecstatic Dance will be held on October 26 in Charles Town, offering participants a chance to engage in guided movement, free-form dancing, and sound healing as part

Jefferson County Board of Education Tables NJES Closure Amid New Insights

Jefferson County BOE Decides to Table the Closing of NJES; Talks about High School Playoffs Controversy at Meeting Tuesday The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Marsha Kavalek In a recent meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education, reported by The Panhandle News Network, the board decided