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Mike Tolbert Seeks Mayoral Position Amidst Rocwool Controversy

Tolbert makes bid for mayor The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 By Erik Anderson Mike Tolbert, a candidate for mayor of Charles Town, reflects on his previous term on the city council, which was dominated by the tumultuous discussions surrounding the controversial Rocwool factory. Initially expecting to serve

New Levy Funding School Police in Charles Town's Middle Schools

New Levy Funding School Police in Charles Town's Middle Schools

Police: Funding for middle school may not lead to more security officers right away The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, December 31, 2024 By Erik Anderson For the first time since 1946, funding from a renewed school levy will support police officers in middle schools across the county. However, local Sheriff’

Charles Town Utility Board Takes Action on 'Forever Chemicals'

CTUB votes to test its sludge for ‘forever chemicals’ The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, December 31, 2024 By Erik Anderson The Charles Town Utility Board has decided to test its sewage byproducts for harmful PFAS and PFOS chemicals, which have serious health implications. This initiative, championed by board member John

George Rutherford's Legacy: Civil Rights Leadership in Charles Town

George Rutherford's Legacy: Civil Rights Leadership in Charles Town

After 5 decades, Rutherford stepping back The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, December 31, 2024 By Erik Anderson George Rutherford, born in Charles Town in 1935, is stepping down as president of the NAACP's Jefferson County Chapter after nearly 50 years. His tenure was shaped by personal connections to

Commissioner Jane Tabb Celebrated at Final Meeting

Jane Tabb honored at her final county commission meeting The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Erik Anderson At her last meeting, Jane Tabb was celebrated by current and former officials for her 18 years of dedicated service on the commission, reflecting her influence on local governance in

Commission Approves New Impact Fees for Commercial Growth

Commission enacts commercial impact fees over Stolipher’s objections The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Erik Anderson In a decisive move, the Jefferson County Commission approved a new set of commercial impact fees aimed at funding infrastructure for new developments. Following a study by the consulting firm

Controversial Obscenity Ordinance Repealed in Charles Town

Commission narrowly repeals controversial obscenity ordinance The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Erik Anderson At her final meeting, Commissioner Jane Tabb led a contentious 3-2 vote to repeal the obscenity ordinance in the county, amid strong opposition from fellow commissioners and the public. Critics claimed the ordinance,