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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.

Local Emergency Services Handle Spate of Calls December 29

Daily Fire/EMS Logs for December 31, 2024 The Journal | Tuesday, December 31, 2024 By Staff On December 29, 2024, local Fire/EMS services responded to numerous emergency calls across Berkeley and Jefferson Counties, including reports of breathing problems, strokes, and several traffic accidents on major roads such as I-81.

Political Accountability: Krouse and Jackson Ousted from Leadership

Political Accountability: Krouse and Jackson Ousted from Leadership

No. 1: Krouse, Jackson removed from office in Jefferson County; face criminal charges The Journal | Monday, December 30, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In a significant ruling by a three-judge panel, Jefferson County Commissioners Jennifer Krouse and Tricia Jackson were removed from office due to their repeated absences from commission meetings,

Community Rallying to Save North Jefferson Elementary School

Community Rallying to Save North Jefferson Elementary School

No. 10 Jefferson Co. BOE considers closure of North Jefferson Elementary The Journal | Monday, December 30, 2024 By Staff Residents in Charles Town rallied against the proposed closure of North Jefferson Elementary School, expressing concern over the impact on student transportation and community ties. At recent meetings, Jefferson County Schools

Local Voices React: Border Wall, SCOTUS Scandal, and Growth Concerns

Journal Junction - December 31, 2024 The Journal | Monday, December 30, 2024 By Staff In the latest issue of The Journal, local opinions reflect on various pressing issues in the region, including concerns about Biden's attempt to sell border wall materials and potential repercussions for taxpayers. There’s

Charles Town's Alex Mooney Cleared of Campaign Fund Misuse

House Ethics Committee clears Mooney of any wrongdoing WV Metro News | Monday, December 30, 2024 By Jeff Jenkins West Virginia's outgoing Second District Congressman Alex Mooney has been cleared of allegations regarding the misuse of campaign funds, as reported by WV Metro News. The House Ethics Committee'

Annual New Year’s Eve Service in Charles Town

JCBCA to host annual New Year's Eve Service The Journal | Monday, December 30, 2024 By Staff The Journal reports that the Jefferson County Black Clergy Association (JCBCA) is inviting everyone to its annual New Year’s Eve service on Dec. 31 at 7 p.m. This year, the

Emergency Response Report: Local Fire/EMS Calls Surge

Fire/EMS for Dec. 30 The Journal | Monday, December 30, 2024 By Staff The Journal reports on the significant number of emergency calls handled by local Fire/EMS teams over two days, including incidents involving psychiatric emergencies, falls, breathing problems, and chest pains in various neighborhoods such as Charles Town,