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Harpers Ferry Children’s Park Reopens After Major Revitalization

Harpers Ferry Children’s Park Reopens After Major Revitalization

Leadership Jefferson celebrates new chapter at Harpers Ferry Children’s Park The Journal | Wednesday, May 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that Leadership Jefferson Class XVII, along with the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the revitalization of Harpers Ferry Children’s Park.

Charles Town Council Advocates Against New Transmission Lines

Charles Town City Council asked to prepare to intervene in transmission path West Virginia Press Association | Wednesday, May 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent meeting, the Charles Town City Council listened to local resident Mary Gee, who informed them about proposed transmission line routes that are set to

Kelvin Upson Joins Board of Education, Prioritizes Local Students

Kelvin Upson appointed to serve on Jefferson County Board of Education The Journal | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent appointment, Kelvin Upson has joined the Jefferson County Board of Education, filling the seat vacated by Rikki Twyford. Upson, a former member of the Jefferson County Commission,

MedEd Signing Ceremony Kicks Off New Health Careers at Jefferson High

MedEd Signing Ceremony Kicks Off New Health Careers at Jefferson High

High school students take first step toward medical careers at MedEd signing ceremony The Journal | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Tuesday, high school students and families came together at Jefferson High School for a MedEd signing ceremony, marking the start of the school’s third cohort in

Charles Town Council Mobilizes Against Power Line Projects

Charles Town Council Mobilizes Against Power Line Projects

Charles Town City Council asked to prepare to intervene in transmission path The Journal | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent meeting, the Charles Town City Council was urged by Summit Point resident Mary Gee to oppose three proposed transmission line projects running through the area. These

Rotary Clubs Bring Storytime to Local First Graders

Rotary Clubs Bring Storytime to Local First Graders

Rotarians read to Jefferson County 1st graders The Journal | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 By Staff Volunteers from the Charles Town and Shepherdstown Rotary clubs recently engaged with 1st graders across four local elementary schools by reading 'If You Give a Pig a Party' and gifting each child a

Kelvin Upson Joins the Board of Education in Charles Town

Kelvin Upson Appointed to Jefferson County Board of Education The Panhandle News Network | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent announcement by The Panhandle News Network, the Jefferson County Board of Education appointed Kelvin Upson to replace Rikki Twyford, who resigned due to a work promotion and