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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.

Community Alternatives to Violence Empowers Charles Town Residents

Community Alternatives to Violence offers a different choice The Morgan Messenger | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 By Staff Community Alternatives to Violence, led by Jo Elliot, offers essential support for individuals grappling with domestic violence issues in towns like Charles Town and Berkeley Springs. The program serves around 400 to 500

Ranson and Charles Town Real Estate Transactions in August 2025

Deed Transfers for August 1, 2025 The Journal | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 By Staff In the most recent deed transfers reported by The Journal, significant property transactions occurred in the local area on August 1, 2025. Notably, Jeffrey R. Graves sold a property to Zachary J. Hampel for $395,000

Charles Town Hearing Focuses on Water Utility Dispute

Charles Town Hearing Focuses on Water Utility Dispute

Public Service Commission hearing discusses territorial dispute between water utility providers The Journal | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On July 30th, the West Virginia Public Service Commission convened a hearing in Charles Town to address the ongoing territorial dispute between the Charles Town Utility Board and West Virginia

Wayne Masnick: A Hero's Story from Charles Town's Coast Guard

Wayne Masnick: A Hero's Story from Charles Town's Coast Guard

Charles Town man builds rewarding career, internal strength in Coast Guard The Journal | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent edition of The Journal's Unsung Heroes series, Charles Town resident Wayne 'Doug' Masnick, a 26-year U.S. Coast Guard veteran, reflected on his

Shepherdstown Celebrates 250 Years of USPS with NRLCA Event

National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association celebrates 250th anniversary of United States Postal Service West Virginia Press Association | Friday, August 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association (NRLCA) recently celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States Postal Service at the historic Shepherdstown Opera House. NRLCA President

Charles Town Author Robin Masnick Celebrates Story Success

‘Evelyn Smythe’: Short story by Charles Town author published in Saturday Evening Post The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, July 31, 2025 By Staff Robin Masnick of Charles Town, who began writing again after caring for her husband post-accident, has seen her short story 'Evelyn Smythe' achieve notable recognition. Inspired

Rural Letter Carriers Commemorate Postal Service Milestone in Shepherdstown

National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association celebrates 250th anniversary of United States Postal Service The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, July 31, 2025 By Staff The National Rural Letter Carriers' Association celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States Postal Service at the Shepherdstown Opera House. With roots in nearby Charles Town,