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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.

Shepherdstown Hosts Friends of Music's New Concert Season

Shepherdstown Hosts Friends of Music's New Concert Season

Friends of Music announces new concert season The Journal | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 By Staff Friends of Music has unveiled its 2025-2026 concert season, featuring a total of five performances from September 27 to May 31, 2026. This season will include a collaboration with the Potomac Valley Audubon Society, highlighted

Charles Town Launches Enhanced MGO Connect Customer Portal

Charles Town Launches Enhanced MGO Connect Customer Portal

Jefferson County Permits and Inspections offering new customer portal The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Spirit of Jefferson reports that the Office of Building Permits and Inspections in Charles Town is launching the new MGO Connect customer portal on August 25, 2025. This upgraded

Real Estate Market Thrives in Charles Town and Ranson

Deeds for August 20, 2025 The Journal | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 By Staff In the latest real estate transactions reported by The Journal for August 20, 2025, numerous properties were sold across local districts, showcasing robust market activity. Significant deals included a $650,000 sale by Harvest Homes LLC in

Inaugural Black Policy Day Gathered Local Activists in Charles Town

Black Policy Day – Eastern Panhandle Experience draws crowd to first annual event The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Monday, August 18, 2025 By Staff On August 15, a diverse crowd of 75 residents gathered in Corner Connections for the inaugural Black Policy Day - Eastern Panhandle Experience. Organized by Teresa Holmes under her

Inaugural Black Policy Day in Charles Town Draws Large Crowd

Black Policy Day – Eastern Panhandle Experience draws crowd to first annual event West Virginia Press Association | Monday, August 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On August 15, 75 residents from Charles Town and its surrounding areas gathered for the inaugural Black Policy Day at Corner Connections. Organized by Teresa Holmes as

Inaugural Black Policy Day Event Kicks Off Festival in Charles Town

Black Policy Day - Eastern Panhandle Experience draws crowd to first annual event The Journal | Friday, August 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On August 15, a gathering of 75 residents in Charles Town marked the inaugural Black Policy Day - Eastern Panhandle Experience at Corner Connections. Organized by Teresa Holmes,

Local Leaders Honored at Heart of the Community Event

Local Leaders Honored at Heart of the Community Event

Nine community leaders awarded with Heart of the Community honors The Journal | Friday, August 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on the inaugural Heart of the Community honors, celebrated during the Black Policy Day event in Charles Town. Nine local leaders were recognized for their impactful contributions to