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Harpers Ferry Middle School Wins Eighth Grader Contest

Correction The Journal | Monday, June 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal issued a correction regarding its report on the Are You Smarter than an Eighth Grader contest held during Charles Town's WV Fest. The winning team was identified as Harpers Ferry Middle School, composed of students Cainan

Charles Town's WV Fest Attracts Record Crowds and Community Spirit

WV Fest becoming a destination event The Journal | Sunday, June 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The WV Fest in Charles Town attracted record attendance, showcasing the town's vibrant community spirit through food, music, and entertainment. Organizer Liz Cook emphasized the festival's role in bringing residents and

Support for Mayor Greg Vaughn in Harpers Ferry Election

Support for Mayor Greg Vaughn in Harpers Ferry Election

ADDY: 'Re-elect Harpers Ferry Mayor Greg Vaughn' The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, June 6, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In an article published by The Spirit of Jefferson, Dr. Jim Addy, a former mayor of Harpers Ferry, endorses the re-election of Mayor Greg Vaughn, citing significant accomplishments during his

Harpers Ferry Icons Banjoman and Wall Retire After Decades

Harpers Ferry Icons Banjoman and Wall Retire After Decades

Harpers Ferry Middle bids farewell to two long-time staffers The Journal | Monday, June 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Roy Banjoman and Charles Wall, long-time staff members at Harpers Ferry Middle School, retire after decades of dedicated service. Having graduated from Jefferson High School in 1982, both educators shaped the lives

Rev. Unger Honors Sacrifice at Bolivar Memorial Day Ceremony

Rev. Unger Honors Sacrifice at Bolivar Memorial Day Ceremony

Unger speaks of honor and sacrifice at Harpers Ferry/Bolivar ceremony The Journal | Monday, May 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Memorial Day, the Bolivar-Harpers Ferry District Veterans held a solemn parade and ceremony to honor fallen servicemen. Led by Cpl. Trey Hockman and Sheriff Tom Hansen, participants included the

Community Memorial Day Events in Bolivar and Martinsburg

Memorial Day Events in the Region Honor Fallen Soldiers The Panhandle News Network | Monday, May 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Panhandle News Network reports on various events honoring fallen soldiers in the Martinsburg and surrounding areas. On May 26, 2025, the Bolivar/Harpers Ferry Memorial Day Parade will kick

Top Eighth-Graders from Local Schools Honored by Kiwanis

Top Eighth-Graders from Local Schools Honored by Kiwanis

Best and brightest middle schoolers earn medals from Kiwanis The Journal | Friday, May 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that 48 outstanding eighth-graders from Charles Town, Harpers Ferry, Shepherdstown, and Wildwood were honored by the Kiwanis Club for their exceptional academic achievements during a ceremony held at Harpers