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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.

Middleway Residents Unite Against Mountain Pure Facility Proposal

Middleway Residents Unite Against Mountain Pure Facility Proposal

Middleway residents file to join Mountain Pure lawsuit The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Residents of Middleway, in collaboration with the Jefferson County Foundation, have filed an intervention to oppose the Mountain Pure beverage packaging facility proposed by Sidewinder Enterprises, LLC. This legal action supports

Charles Town County Government Secures $16M for New Offices

Charles Town County Government Secures $16M for New Offices

County moves toward $16M bond to buy, renovate APUS buildings The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a historic move for local governance, the Jefferson County Commission has approved a $16 million financing package to purchase and renovate two buildings formerly used by the American

Local Law Enforcement Activity in Martinsburg and Charles Town

Police Logs for May 16 The Journal | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Staff On May 14, law enforcement activities in the area were extensive, reflecting a range of incidents reported by Jefferson County and Martinsburg City police. From multiple motor vehicle accidents on busy routes like Summit Point Rd. and

Berkeley and Jefferson Counties Respond to Emergency Incidents

Fire and EMS logs for May 16 The Journal | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Staff On May 14, emergency services in Berkeley County responded to a series of incidents including traffic accidents on Interstate 81 and cardiac emergencies across various neighborhoods. Noteworthy calls included a commercial fire on Marcley Dr.

Significant Real Estate Transactions in Charles Town Area

Deed Transfers for May 16, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Staff On May 16, 2025, various real estate transactions were recorded, highlighting significant property deals across local communities such as Charles Town, Ranson, and Shepherdstown. Notable transactions included Lennar Corporation's sale of homes valued over

Voices of Concern: Local Issues Impacting Charles Town and Beyond

Journal Junctions for May 15, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Staff The Journal's May 15, 2025, edition features a series of opinions from local residents addressing various issues affecting their communities, including concerns over Maryland license plates in schools, political frustrations with local Democratic representatives,

Community Voices: Residents Discuss Local Issues and Politics

Journal Junction - May 16, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Staff In the latest edition of The Journal, local residents from towns like Charles Town and Martinsburg express their concerns about various issues affecting their communities, including environmental hazards, political accountability, and social justice. A call for