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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.

Washington High School Hosts College Exploration Week to Empower Students

Washington High School Hosts College Exploration Week to Empower Students

Washington High School focus on the future during College Exploration and Application Week The Journal | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Ainsley Hall Published by The Journal, the article discusses College Exploration and Application Week at Washington High School, where students engage with college representatives to explore various educational opportunities. Organised

Empowering Young Leaders: Girl Scouts Engage with Women in Politics

Girl Scouts talk politics with women leaders, candidates The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Erik Anderson On October 24, the Girl Scouts of Jefferson County hosted a forum for young girls featuring women leaders and political candidates at the Conner Connection event venue in Charles Town, as

Rotary Clubs Enhance Literacy: Reading Program for Jefferson County First Graders

Rotary Clubs Enhance Literacy: Reading Program for Jefferson County First Graders

Rotarians read to school children The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Staff In a recent initiative by the Charles Town and Shepherdstown Rotary clubs, volunteers read to first-grade students at four Jefferson County elementary schools. This reading program was established in 2023, allowing Rotary members to visit

Join the Robert Sykes Quartet at Happy Retreat for an Afternoon of Classic Tunes

Concert scheduled at Happy Retreat The Journal | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Staff The Journal reports that the community is invited to a concert at Happy Retreat in Charles Town on Sunday, Nov. 10, at 2 p.m. The event will feature the Robert Sykes Quartet with vocalist Karen Gray,

Washington Street: A Dangerous Thoroughfare for Pedestrians

Washington Street: A Dangerous Thoroughfare for Pedestrians

Hazardous walk The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Erik Anderson The Spirit of Jefferson reports that Washington Street in downtown Charles Town, often perceived as a typical main street, is recognized by traffic engineers and urban planners as one of the region's most hazardous pedestrian

Jefferson County BOE Discusses Educational Challenges and Construction Updates

Jefferson County BOE Hears About Hurdles, Goals and Gets Elementary Schools Building Update The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Marsha Kavalek In a recent meeting reported by The Panhandle News Network, the Jefferson County Board of Education discussed various updates and challenges, including construction progress on Ranson

Jefferson County Police Activity Report: Disturbances and Incidents on October 29

Police Logs for Oct. 31 The Journal | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In its October 31 report, The Journal highlights a series of law enforcement incidents logged in Jefferson County on October 29. The entries detail various events including disturbances, suspicious vehicles, motor vehicle accidents, stolen vehicles, and