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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.

AARP Chapter 799 Monthly Meeting in Charles Town Set for June 12

AARP Chapter 799 to hold its monthly meeting June 12 The Journal | Wednesday, May 28, 2025 By Staff AARP Chapter 799 will convene its monthly meeting at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 12, in the Williams Room of Asbury United Methodist Church, located at 110 W. North St. in

Local Voices Reflect on Politics and Community Issues

Journal Junctions for May 28, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, May 28, 2025 By Staff In the latest edition of The Journal, residents from Hedgesville and Charles Town express their thoughts on pressing political and social issues, including the ongoing debates surrounding immigration policies, the legacy of George Floyd, and the

Drug Trafficking Leader Sentenced: Impact on Ranson and Charles Town

Maryland man sentenced for drug trafficking in Eastern Panhandle The Morgan Messenger | Tuesday, May 27, 2025 By Staff Juan Manuel De La Rosa-Tejeda, a Hagerstown resident known as “Little Papi,” was sentenced to 121 months in federal prison for leading a major drug trafficking conspiracy in the Eastern Panhandle, distributing

Local Arraignments: Crime Report from Ranson to Harpers Ferry

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Tuesday, May 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports recent criminal arraignments in local magistrate court involving multiple individuals from towns like Ranson, Kearneysville, and Harpers Ferry. Notable cases include Donna Pauley charged with shoplifting, Dominick Palmiero facing multiple DUI-related charges, and Jennifer

Charles Town Residents Honor Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day

Charles Town Residents Honor Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day

Memorial Day celebrated at Edge Hill Cemetery The Journal | Monday, May 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Residents from Charles Town gathered at Edge Hill Cemetery to honor fallen servicemen during a Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3522. The event featured a welcoming speech by George

Bark in the Park Fundraiser in Charles Town on June 7

“Bark in the Park” Fundraiser is set for June 7 The Journal | Monday, May 26, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County is hosting its 17th annual Bark in the Park event at Jefferson Memorial Park in Charles Town on June 7, celebrating

Community Voices Reflect on Health and Politics in Charles Town

Journal Junction for May 27 The Journal | Monday, May 26, 2025 By Staff In the latest edition from The Journal, local voices from Martinsburg, Charles Town, and Falling Waters express their concerns over governmental policies, the pandemic, and community support. Residents highlight the importance of maintaining health and safety practices