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John Doyle Critiques West Virginia's 2024 Comprehensive Plan Draft

Commission receives draft of comprehensive plan, public hearing set The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 24, 2024 By Erik Anderson In a recent meeting held by the Jefferson County Commission, John Doyle, the Democratic candidate for District 16 of the West Virginia Senate, criticized the draft of the 2024 Comprehensive

Jefferson County Schools Push for Renewal of $25.4 Million Property Tax Levy

Explaining the five-year excess property tax levy on the ballot The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 24, 2024 By Erik Anderson In an effort to inform voters about a proposed renewal of a special excess property tax levy, Jefferson County Schools administrators are set to attend over 30 meetings leading

Shepherdstown Unveils 'Almost Heaven' Swing for Tourism Boost

Shepherdstown Unveils 'Almost Heaven' Swing for Tourism Boost

Town getting into the swing of tourism, scenic views The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 17, 2024 By Erik Anderson The Shepherdstown Town Council unanimously supported the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown's initiative to install a unique 'Almost Heaven' swing at the James Rumsey Monument Park, complemented

Harpers Ferry Man Faces Charges of Sexual Abuse Against Daughter

Harpers Ferry man accused of sexually abusing daughter The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 17, 2024 By Erik Anderson A Harpers Ferry man is accused of sexually abusing his daughter since she was in the first grade. He pleaded not guilty to a felony charge of sexual abuse by a

Candidates in Jefferson County Commission Race Share Similar Views on Solar Projects

Differentiation doesn't stand out in the county commission race The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 17, 2024 By Erik Anderson In an upcoming election for the Jefferson County Commission, candidates are expressing a consensus on key issues such as industrial solar farm projects. During a recent candidate forum,

Jefferson County Faces Challenges in Hiring New CFO Amid Salary Prospects

Commission struggling in new county CFO hiring search The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Erik Anderson The Spirit of Jefferson reports that Jefferson County government is struggling to find a qualified chief financial officer to avoid past budgeting errors. County Administrator Edwina Benites mentioned during a commission

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