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County Commission Advances $16 Million HQ Financing Plan

County Commission Plans To Finance New HQ With $16 Million Bond The Independent Observer | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Jefferson County Commission has approved a $16 million financing plan to purchase two former APUS buildings, intending to create a new headquarters. This decision marks a significant step

Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Bolivar and South Charleston

Motorcyclists killed in separate wrecks in Jefferson, Kanawha counties WV Metro News | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Staff On Wednesday night, two motorcyclists tragically lost their lives in separate incidents in West Virginia, with one accident occurring on Route 340 near Bolivar, involving John Drake, a 24-year-old from Burkittsville, Maryland,

Tragic Accident Near Bolivar Claims Life of Local Motorcyclist

Motorcyclist Killed After Crossing Median and Colliding with Car on US 340 Wednesday WV Metro News | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A tragic motorcycle accident occurred on Rt. 340 near Bolivar, resulting in the death of 24-year-old John Drake from Burkittsville, Maryland. The incident happened around 7 p.

Motorcyclist Fatally Injured in Bolivar Accident on US 340

Motorcyclist Killed After Crossing Median and Colliding with Car on US 340 Wednesday The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Wednesday evening, a tragic motorcycle accident near Bolivar claimed the life of 24-year-old John Drake from Burkittsville, Maryland. According to Lt. R. S. Sell of

Local Road Crews Address Potholes Around Charles Town

Local Road Crews Address Potholes Around Charles Town

Here's today's pothole patching report for West Virginia: WV News | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway WV News reports on the ongoing efforts by the West Virginia Division of Highways to address potholes across various counties, including areas close to Charles Town and Ranson. Residents

Martinsburg Police Unveils Collaborative Art for Impact Mural

Martinsburg Police Unveils Collaborative Art for Impact Mural

Art for Impact mural presented at the Martinsburg Police Department The Journal | Wednesday, May 7, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on a collaborative Art for Impact mural project presented at the Martinsburg Police Department. This initiative, spearheaded by the Boys & Girls Club of the Eastern Panhandle and

Eastern Panhandle Legislators Reflect on Session in Charles Town

Eastern Panhandle Legislators Reflect on Session in Charles Town

Legislators talk of highs and lows of recent session The Journal | Tuesday, May 6, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Legislators from the Eastern Panhandle, including Delegates Funkhouser, Clark, and Ridenour, gathered in Charles Town to discuss the outcomes of the recent legislative session, highlighting both successes and shortcomings. Key topics included