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Local Attorneys Call for Action on Charles Town's Dangerous Intersections

Local Attorneys Call for Action on Charles Town's Dangerous Intersections

People are getting hurt. Why isn’t more being done? The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In 'The Spirit of Jefferson,' personal injury attorneys Andrew and Stephen Skinner address the alarming frequency of serious accidents at dangerous intersections in towns like Charles Town

Charles Town Residents Evacuated Amid Severe Storms

Heavy storms rip through Eastern Panhandle; residents evacuated from Charles Town apartment building WV Metro News | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On a stormy Wednesday evening, residents of Charles Town faced severe weather as more than 2.25 inches of rain fell rapidly, leading to significant flooding and

Emergency Shelter Opens for Charles Town Residents After Storm

Emergency Shelter Opens for Charles Town Residents After Storm

Emergency shelters opened after severe storm hits Jefferson County, West Virginia WV News | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Following a severe storm on July 16, an emergency shelter has been established for residents displaced from the Charles Towers Apartments in Charles Town. Numerous emergency calls were reported, indicating

Commissioners Seek New House District 75 Rep for Local Communities

Commissioners Seek New House District 75 Rep for Local Communities

Three replacement finalists for HD 75 interviewed by Jefferson County commissioners WV News | Wednesday, July 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In response to Rep. Marta Bertoglio's recent appointment to lead the Department of Commerce, Jefferson County commissioners held interviews for three candidates vying to fill the vacant House

Jefferson County Commission Joins Charles Town's Fight Against WVAW

Jefferson County Commission files to intervene in case against West Virginia-American Water Company The Journal | Wednesday, July 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Jefferson County Commission has officially intervened in the City of Charles Town's ongoing case against West Virginia American Water (WVAW). This action comes after the

Residents Voice Concern Over Development Authority Changes

Residents Voice Concern Over Development Authority Changes

LETTER: Keep D.C.-style politics out of Jefferson County The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, July 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A recent letter published in The Spirit of Jefferson highlights growing concerns among citizens about the abrupt dismissal of the Jefferson County Development Authority Board by the county commission.

Political Turmoil as County Commission Disbands JCDA Board

Political Turmoil as County Commission Disbands JCDA Board

LETTER: From collaboration to control: County Commission overthrows JCDA Board The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, July 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a controversial move, the Jefferson County Commission unexpectedly voted to remove all members of the Jefferson County Development Authority (JCDA) board during a July 8 meeting, citing a