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County Commission Restructures Development Authority Board

JCDA’s board dissolved; County Commission to reconfigure it in August West Virginia Press Association | Friday, July 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On July 8, the Jefferson County Commission voted unanimously to dissolve and reconfigure the board of the Jefferson County Development Authority. This decision, aimed at enhancing efficiency in

WVU Medicine Plastic Surgery Opens New Office in Shepherdstown

WVU Medicine Plastic Surgery opens new office in Shepherdstown The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Staff WVU Medicine Plastic Surgery recently celebrated the opening of its new office at 60 Maclaine Way in Shepherdstown, marking a significant investment in local healthcare. The transition from Martinsburg to Shepherdstown allows

Storm Causes Roof Damage and Evacuations in Charles Town

Storm Causes Roof Damage and Evacuations in Charles Town

Storm blew roof off Charles Towers Apartments, 87 evacuated The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A storm in Charles Town led to the evacuation of 87 residents from Charles Towers Apartments after half the building's roof was ripped off by strong winds. The

Local Police Activity Report from Charles Town and Ranson

Police Logs for July 18 The Journal | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Staff The July 18 police logs, published by The Journal, detail various incidents and activities reported across localities such as Charles Town and Ranson. Notable entries include traffic violations, disturbances, and community concerns, reflecting ongoing safety and law

Severe Storm Forces Evacuation of Charles Towers Residents

Charles Town Apartment Evacuated after Roof Damaged During Wednesday Storm The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A severe storm struck Charles Town and Ranson on Wednesday evening, causing over 2.25 inches of rain and damaging roofs in the area. Emergency services evacuated residents from

Cost of Courthouse Upgrades in Charles Town Rises by $2.5M

Cost of Courthouse Upgrades in Charles Town Rises by $2.5M

Security upgrade cost estimate for new courthouse grows $2.5M The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Spirit of Jefferson reports that following the purchase of two buildings in Charles Town, the Jefferson County Commission has encountered a $2.5 million increase in the estimated

Charles Town Utility Board's Case Against American Water

Charles Town Utility Board's Case Against American Water

JCC joins CTUB as a formal intervenor in West Virginia American Water case The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During a special meeting, the Jefferson County Commission expressed its unanimous backing for the Charles Town Utility Board's complaint against West Virginia American Water.