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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 Voices: Local Perspectives on Governance and Innovation

Journal Junctions for April 13, 2025 The Journal | Friday, April 11, 2025 By Staff In a recent edition of The Journal, various residents from towns like Charles Town, Martinsburg, and Shepherdstown expressed their concerns and frustrations on local issues ranging from Medicaid cuts proposed by state officials to peculiar innovations

Easter Celebrations, Theater, and Tree Giveaways in Local Events

Around the Region - April 13, 2025 The Journal | Friday, April 11, 2025 By Staff In the latest update from The Journal, Marlowe Assembly of God in Falling Waters has moved its Easter Eggstravaganza to Sunday, April 13, from 2-4 p.m. Meanwhile, tickets are now available for the upcoming

Political Opinions and Community Development in Charles Town

Journal Junction - April 11, 2025 The Journal | Friday, April 11, 2025 By Staff In this April 11, 2025, piece from The Journal, opinions from various towns tackle political issues, development plans, and local sentiments. A contributor from Charles Town criticizes Democrats for using misinformation as a campaign strategy, emphasizing

Charles Town Residents Rally for Rights and Change

1,000 protesters from Shepherdstown, surrounding region join together at Hands Off! Rally The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, April 10, 2025 By Staff On Saturday afternoon, a thousand protesters gathered in Charles Town to participate in the Hands Off! Rally, expressing solidarity against recent federal government actions. Organizers, including Indivisible Jefferson

Martinsburg Man Linked to Drug Trafficking in Local Towns

Martinsburg Man Linked to Drug Trafficking in Local Towns

Mexican national admits to drug trafficking operation role in the Eastern Panhandle The Journal | Thursday, April 10, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Jose Alberto Camarena Rocha, a 31-year-old from Mexico, pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges involving heroin and illegal reentry, connecting him to a drug organization distributing substances in towns

Shepherdstown Town Council Addresses Key Community Matters

Shepherdstown Town Council Addresses Key Community Matters

Shepherdstown Town Council talks unexpected Market House renovation cost, new member appointment The Journal | Thursday, April 10, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During a recent meeting of the Shepherdstown Town Council, the community addressed several important issues, including the appointment of new council members to replace vacancies and the approval of

Sinaloa Cartel Connection: Drug Trafficker Pleads Guilty in Charles Town

Mexican National Admits to Role in Drug Trafficking Operation The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, April 10, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A Mexican national, Jose Alberto Camarena Rocha, has pleaded guilty to participating in a significant drug trafficking operation that affected the Eastern Panhandle, including communities like Charles Town and Ranson.