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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.

Martinsburg VA Nurses Demand Flexible Scheduling Amid Overwork Concerns

Martinsburg VA Nurses Demand Flexible Scheduling Amid Overwork Concerns

‘Help Us Care For Ourselves’: Nurses Picket For Scheduling Flexibility At Martinsburg VA West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Friday, October 11, 2024 By Jack Walker Nurses at the Martinsburg VA Medical Center held a picket to advocate for scheduling flexibility, highlighting concerns over unsustainable 12-hour shifts and an additional mandated eight-hour

Shepherdstown Community Celebrates with Book Sale, Drama, and Politics

Historical drama, book sale, health fair and community meals The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson highlights a variety of community events taking place in Shepherdstown, including the annual book sale at the War Memorial Building until October 20, where books will be

Virginia Man Charged with Felony Sexual Assault After Dating App Date

Virginia man charged with sexual assault after dating-app encounter The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Tim Cook A Winchester, Virginia man, Ian Joseph Carter, has been charged with felony second-degree sexual assault following a date arranged via an online dating app. The alleged incident occurred on September

Charles Town Council Rejects $5 Million Bond for Sewer Upgrades to Prevent Rate Hikes

Charles Town Council Rejects $5 Million Bond for Sewer Upgrades to Prevent Rate Hikes

City council rejects CTUB $5 million bond-issue request The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Erik Anderson In a closely contested vote, the Charles Town City Council rejected a proposal by the Charles Town Utility Board for a $5 million bond to fund sewer projects. This decision, made

Delinquent Tax List Published: Jefferson County 2023 Taxes Due and Certified for Collection

LEGAL ADS - DELINQUENT TAX LIST, OCT. 3, 2024 EDITION The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 3, 2024 By Staff In the October 3, 2024 edition of The Spirit of Jefferson, a comprehensive list of properties in Jefferson County with delinquent taxes for the year 2023 is published. This announcement

Notice of Estates, Sales, and Court Proceedings in Jefferson County

LEGAL ADS - OCT. 3, 2024 EDITION The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 3, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson published the 'LEGAL ADS - OCT. 3, 2024 EDITION,' detailing various legal announcements in Jefferson County, including notices of estate administration, a trustee's sale, and

Charles Town Library Introduces Innovative Reading Assistive Technology for the Visually Impaired

Sounding words to life for the visually impaired The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 3, 2024 By Brian Christopher The Spirit of Jefferson reports that the Charles Town Library has introduced a new assistive technology for the visually impaired, dyslexic individuals, and those with reading difficulties. Thanks to the efforts