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Ranson

Ranson, West Virginia, established in 1910, is a small city in Jefferson County. It's closely linked with its neighbor, Charles Town, offering a mix of residential areas, local businesses, and parks. Ranson is known for its community-focused atmosphere, historic sites, and easy access to the scenic beauty of the Shenandoah Valley, making it a vibrant part of the Eastern Panhandle.

Ranson Council Rejects Police Retirement Program Proposal

Ranson votes against joining state retirement The Journal | Wednesday, May 28, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent special meeting, Ranson council members faced a critical decision regarding a retirement program for local police officers. Despite discussions about moving to the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) and potential costs, concerns

Charles Town High Alumni Reunion and Local Events Upcoming

Around the Region - May 28, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, May 28, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on upcoming local events, including the Charles Town High Alumni Association's Dinner/Dance Reunion on June 21, which honors graduates from 1945 to 1975 at Heritage Hall in Inwood. Additionally,

Drug Trafficking Leader Sentenced: Impact on Ranson and Charles Town

Maryland man sentenced for drug trafficking in Eastern Panhandle The Morgan Messenger | Tuesday, May 27, 2025 By Staff Juan Manuel De La Rosa-Tejeda, a Hagerstown resident known as “Little Papi,” was sentenced to 121 months in federal prison for leading a major drug trafficking conspiracy in the Eastern Panhandle, distributing

Local Arraignments: Crime Report from Ranson to Harpers Ferry

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Tuesday, May 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports recent criminal arraignments in local magistrate court involving multiple individuals from towns like Ranson, Kearneysville, and Harpers Ferry. Notable cases include Donna Pauley charged with shoplifting, Dominick Palmiero facing multiple DUI-related charges, and Jennifer

Sister ACTS Supports Literacy and Community in Ranson

Sister ACTS Supports Literacy and Community in Ranson

Sister ACTS engage with LVEP in recent meeting The Journal | Monday, May 26, 2025 By Staff On May 17, Sister ACTS members gathered at Calvary United Methodist Church in Ranson, engaging in a meeting that featured presentations from the Literacy Volunteers of the Eastern Panhandle (LVEP). LVEP's focus

Free CPR and First-Aid Classes Offered in Ranson

Free CPR and First-Aid Classes Offered in Ranson

Lifesaving classes available for all The Journal | Friday, May 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that the Jefferson County Emergency Services Agency offers free CPR and first-aid classes to individuals seeking training in Ranson. With a consistent schedule established over the years, classes take place every second Tuesday,

Ranson Police Department Recruitment Faces New Challenges

Ranson Police Department Recruitment Faces New Challenges

Ranson fails to join the police pension program as department recruitment is still in danger The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, May 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Ranson City Council opted not to join a state pension program intended for the police department on May 20, which could exacerbate a