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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Harpers Ferry Park Closes for Power Work on June 3

National park plans closure for power outages The Journal | Sunday, June 1, 2025 By Staff On June 3, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park will close all public services, including restrooms and shuttle services, due to a scheduled power outage by Potomac Edison. This outage affects local areas such as Bolivar,

Explore Harpers Ferry and Historic Sites Along the Heritage Trail

Explore Harpers Ferry and Historic Sites Along the Heritage Trail

Historic roads, small-town charm: Your journey along the Washington Heritage Trail WV News | Wednesday, April 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Washington Heritage Trail, a 136-mile National Scenic Byway, offers an enriching journey through the history and natural beauty of West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle, including towns like Harpers Ferry

Explore Harpers Ferry and Beyond: West Virginia's Best Attractions

Explore Harpers Ferry and Beyond: West Virginia's Best Attractions

Top Tourist Attractions in West Virginia: A Regional Travel Guide WV News | Wednesday, April 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The article from WV News highlights the diverse tourism opportunities across West Virginia's nine travel regions, showcasing outdoor adventures, historical sites, and unique attractions. Local spots such as Harpers

Harpers Ferry to Host Civil War Dinner Program with Kevin Pawlak

Harpers Ferry Civil War dinner program slated The Journal | Thursday, March 27, 2025 By Staff The Harpers Ferry Civil War Round Table is hosting an April 2025 dinner program featuring historian Kevin Pawlak at Camp Hill United Methodist Church on April 9. Pawlak will discuss the final days of Mosby&

Activism in Charles Town: Protests Against Federal Policies

Activism in Charles Town: Protests Against Federal Policies

Between the rivers: Organizers continue to gather in wake of federal policies The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a series of passionate protests in Charles Town, local activists have rallied against federal policies under President Trump and Elon Musk that threaten jobs, veterans, and

Residents Rally in Charles Town Against Federal Policies

Residents Rally in Charles Town Against Federal Policies

Between the rivers: Organizers continue to gather in wake of federal policies The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a series of grassroots protests in Charles Town, local residents united against federal policies under President Trump and Elon Musk's administration, which they perceive

Harpers Ferry and Local Parks See Record Visitors Amid Budget Cuts

Harpers Ferry and Local Parks See Record Visitors Amid Budget Cuts

National Park Visits Hit Record High as Federal Budget Cuts Strain Resources WV News | Friday, March 7, 2025 By Staff In 2024, national parks across the U.S. welcomed over 332 million visitors, a record high driven by increasing interest in exploring natural and historical sites. This surge translates to