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Senator Rucker's Bill for Silent Reflection in Schools

Senator Rucker's Bill for Silent Reflection in Schools

West Virginia Bill Proposes Mandatory Moment of Silence in Schools WV News | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff A proposed bill in West Virginia, introduced by Senator Patricia Rucker, aims to implement a mandatory one-minute moment of silence at the start of each school day. This initiative seeks to protect

Top Winter Sports Conditions in West Virginia Mountain Resorts

West Virginia seeing best ski conditions in 'over a decade' WBOY 12 News | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Sam Kirk West Virginia is experiencing its best winter sports conditions in over a decade, with January snowfall enhancing activities like skiing and tubing. While some regions see warmer temperatures,

Top Winter Sports Conditions Await Near Charles Town

West Virginia seeing best ski conditions in 'over a decade' WBOY 12 News | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Sam Kirk West Virginia is experiencing its best winter sports conditions in over a decade, with exceptional skiing, snowboarding, and tubing across its mountain counties. Following heavy snowfall in January

Chimney Fire Quickly Contained in Shannondale Home

Chimney catches fire at Shannondale home The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Erik Anderson A chimney fire occurred at a home on Huckleberry Lane in Shannondale on February 7, prompting a rapid response from four fire companies and the Jefferson County Emergency Services Agency. Lt. Daniel Turner

Harpers Ferry Health Officials Discuss Winter Flu Trends

The winter flu has returned, as usual The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Bonnie Williamson As winter settles in, the classic influenza virus is making rounds, according to the Jefferson County Health Department's Dr. Terrence Reidy. He reassures residents of towns like Charles Town and

Charles Town Residents: How to Access the Vehicle Tax Rebate

How to claim West Virginia's new vehicle tax rebate The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Staff West Virginia residents, especially those in towns like Charles Town and Ranson, should prepare for their 2024 state tax returns by checking for MV-1 letters sent by the Tax

Charles Town Introduces Next Generation 911 System

County first to deploy 911 system The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By From Press Release This week, Jefferson County became the first area in the nation to implement Motorola's state-of-the-art cloud-based Next Generation 911 software platform. This significant advancement is expected to enhance emergency dispatch