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Community Forum Unveils Upgrade Plans for Cool Spring Preserve

Proposal for upgrades presented to Cool Spring Preserve The Journal | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Tom Markland A community forum recently showcased an early concept plan for upgrades at Cool Spring Preserve, presented by Matt Pennington of Downstream Strategies. Enhancements are set to address the needs of over 17,000

Local Nonprofits Combat Homelessness in Ranson Area

Local Nonprofits Combat Homelessness in Ranson Area

Warming up: Local organizations provide for those in need of shelter, heating The Journal | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Tabitha Johnston Local organizations in the Eastern Panhandle, including Warming Hands and Hearts, the Faith Community Coalition for the Homeless, and Jefferson County Community Ministries, are stepping up to provide shelter

Family Campaigns for Road Safety Changes After Flagging Tragedy

Family of Fallen Flagger Hopes Laws Will Change to Protect Road Workers The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Marsha Kavalek The Panhandle News Network reports on the tragic death of Kathy Ruth, a flagger killed in a work zone near Rippon, raising safety concerns for road workers.

Local Law Enforcement Reports: Incidents in Charles Town & Martinsburg

Police Logs for March 5, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Staff On March 3, local law enforcement reported multiple incidents across the region, highlighting a range of issues from motor vehicle accidents to drug activity. Notable occurrences included a series of trespassing calls on Hollywood Drive and

March 3 Emergency Response Highlights in Berkeley and Jefferson Areas

Daily Fire/EMS Logs for March 5, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Staff On March 3, 2025, local fire and EMS services responded to a variety of emergencies, including multiple falls and motor vehicle accidents throughout Berkeley and Jefferson Counties. Notably, incidents occurred on key roads such

Protecting Lake Louisa: Community Rally Against Water Extraction

Protecting Lake Louisa: Community Rally Against Water Extraction

Keep our mountains pure The Journal | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Nichole Chapman In an impassioned piece published by The Journal, Nichole Chapman highlights the environmental concerns surrounding Lake Louisa in Middleway. Local residents are rallying against the proposed water extraction by Mountain Pure, LLC, which threatens the watershed'

Community Voices: Local Perspectives on Politics and Support

Journal Junctions for March 5, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Staff In the latest issue of The Journal, local voices from Martinsburg, Bunker Hill, Gerrardstown, Summit Point, and Charles Town share their thoughts on pressing issues such as the stormwater fee, perceptions of political leadership, the importance