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Harpers Ferry

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, is a historic town at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers. Known for its picturesque scenery and rich history, it was the site of John Brown's raid in 1859, which played a significant role in sparking the U.S. Civil War. Today, it's a popular destination for hiking, history tours, and river activities, drawing visitors to its well-preserved national historical park.

Harpers Ferry Training Center Expansion Gains Legislative Support

Harpers Ferry Training Center Expansion Gains Legislative Support

Moore introduces bill to expand Harpers Ferry Border Patrol Training Center WV News | Monday, November 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant move for the training of elite border agents, Rep. Riley Moore, R-W.Va., introduced legislation to facilitate a land swap between U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Riley Moore Proposes Land Swap Near Harpers Ferry

Riley Moore Proposes Land Swap Near Harpers Ferry

Moore set to introduce land swap bill that would transfer acreage from Harpers Ferry National Park to Customs and Border Protection campus The Spirit of Jefferson | Monday, November 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Rep. Riley Moore (R-W.Va.) plans to introduce a land-swap bill that would transfer 25 acres from

Hedgesville Family Welcomes Wyatt Tucker Rankin

Curbside The Journal | Monday, November 17, 2025 By Staff In a heartwarming announcement by The Journal, Mary Katherine and Paul James Rankin, Jr. of Hedgesville celebrated the birth of their son, Wyatt Tucker Rankin, born on November 17, 2025. With proud grandparents from Hedgesville and Harpers Ferry, the news showcases

Harpers Ferry Mother Shares Son's Legacy at Donor Event

'It's somebody else's chance at a new life': Organ donation encouraged at WMC ceremony The Winchester Star | Sunday, November 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At a recent Donor Remembrance Service at Winchester Medical Center, held in honor of organ donors and recipients, Kelly Curtis

Martinsburg’s War Memorial Park to Get ADA-Compliant Playground

Accessible playground in Martinsburg gets boost from matching funds WV Metro News | Saturday, November 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway State Senators Patricia Rucker and Jason Barrett announced a $50,000 Local Economic Development Assistance grant to support the Accessible Playground Project at War Memorial Park in Martinsburg. This funding, combined

Martinsburg Secures Funding for New Accessible Playground

New Accessible Playground Gets Matching Funds From LEDA Grants and W Randy Smith Family Fund The Panhandle News Network | Friday, November 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Panhandle News Network reports that a new accessible playground at War Memorial Park in Martinsburg has secured funding from Multiple sources, including $50,

Martinsburg Secures Funding for New Accessible Playground

New Accessible Playground Gets Matching Funds From LEDA Grants and W Randy Smith Family Fund The Panhandle News Network | Friday, November 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Panhandle News Network reports on recent funding initiatives for a new accessible playground project at War Memorial Park in Martinsburg, backed by a