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Kearneysville

Kearneysville, West Virginia, is a small unincorporated community in Jefferson County. Nestled in the Eastern Panhandle, it serves as a hub for agriculture and light industry. The area is known for its peaceful rural charm, proximity to historical sites, and access to outdoor activities, making it a serene retreat within the dynamic Washington-Baltimore region.

Wayne Masnick: A Hero's Story from Charles Town's Coast Guard

Wayne Masnick: A Hero's Story from Charles Town's Coast Guard

Charles Town man builds rewarding career, internal strength in Coast Guard The Journal | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent edition of The Journal's Unsung Heroes series, Charles Town resident Wayne 'Doug' Masnick, a 26-year U.S. Coast Guard veteran, reflected on his

Kearneysville Welcomes Ashworth as New Principal at North Jefferson Elementary

Kearneysville Welcomes Ashworth as New Principal at North Jefferson Elementary

Ashworth joins the North Jefferson Elementary family as the new principal The Journal | Tuesday, July 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Joyce Ashworth has been appointed as the new principal of North Jefferson Elementary, as reported by The Journal. With 30 years in education, including her recent role as assistant principal

Shepherdstown Library Launches Genealogy Club for Locals

Shepherdstown Public Library helps people track their family trees The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Wednesday, July 16, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the inaugural meeting of the Genealogy Club at the Shepherdstown Public Library, which aims to assist locals in building their family trees. Led by Addison Reese, who

Shepherd University Dean's List Celebrates Local Scholars

Shepherd University Dean's List The Journal | Tuesday, July 15, 2025 By Staff The Journal recently announced the latest students recognized on the Dean's List at Shepherd University, showcasing achievements from various local towns including Charles Town, Harpers Ferry, and Martinsburg. The list highlights students' academic

Local Students Shine on Shepherd University's Dean's List

Shepherd University students earn Dean's List honors The Journal | Monday, July 14, 2025 By Staff In an announcement by The Journal, numerous students from Charles Town, Martinsburg, Inwood, and Hedgesville have been recognized for their academic excellence by making the Dean's List at Shepherd University. This

Controversial ROCKWOOL Facility Permit Approved Near Kearneysville

Controversial ROCKWOOL Facility Permit Approved Near Kearneysville

DEP approves controversial permit request for ROCKWOOL facility in Jefferson County Charleston Gazette-Mail | Thursday, July 10, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection has granted a contentious air quality permit for a new stone wool insulation manufacturing facility operated by ROCKWOOL near Kearneysville. Local residents express

Local Students Recognized for Academic Excellence

Area students earn collegiate honors The Journal | Monday, July 7, 2025 By Staff In the Spring 2025 semester, The Journal reports that several local students achieved academic honors at Bridgewater College, with notable mentions including Sarah Slagle and Olivia Bates from nearby Inwood, alongside other scholars from Harpers Ferry and