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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.

Rotary Clubs Bring Books and Reading to Local 1st Graders

Rotary Clubs Bring Books and Reading to Local 1st Graders

Rotarians read to Jefferson Co. 1st graders The Journal | Friday, April 4, 2025 By Staff During the week of March 24, volunteers from the Charles Town and Shepherdstown Rotary clubs provided a reading program for 1st graders across four elementary schools in the area. Members read to students at Blue

New Bus Routes Connect Hedgesville and Spring Mills by 2026

New Bus Routes Connect Hedgesville and Spring Mills by 2026

Hedgesville, Spring Mills to receive EPTA service starting 2026 The Journal | Friday, April 4, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on the Eastern Panhandle Transit Association's proposal to introduce new bus routes connecting Hedgesville and Spring Mills by 2026. The planned routes will link to a new

Law Enforcement Raids Martinsburg and Ranson Vape Shops

Law Enforcement Raids Martinsburg and Ranson Vape Shops

Police agencies combine on search warrant execution The Journal | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On April 2, a collaborative effort among multiple law enforcement agencies led to the execution of 13 search warrants across the Eastern Panhandle, specifically targeting local tobacco and vape stores in Martinsburg, Ranson, and

Illegal THC Sales Raided at Local Vape Shops Across Martinsburg Area

Search warrants executed at 13 area tobacco and vape shops for illegal THC sales The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, April 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Wednesday, law enforcement agencies, including the West Virginia State Police and the Martinsburg City Police Department, executed thirteen search warrants at various tobacco and

Charles Town Residents Sentenced in Drug Trafficking Case

Charles Town Residents Sentenced in Drug Trafficking Case

Drug trafficking operation sees seven sentenced The Journal | Wednesday, April 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant drug trafficking case, seven individuals were sentenced for their involvement in a narcotics ring operating between Baltimore and the Eastern Panhandle, as reported by The Journal. Among those sentenced were residents from

Major Sentencing in Drug Trafficking Case Affects Local Communities

Seven more people have been sentenced for their roles in a drug trafficking organization that spanned from Baltimore to the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, April 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Seven defendants have been sentenced for involvement in a major drug trafficking organization linking

Get Involved: Opportunities for Local Governance in Shepherdstown

Local Governments Need Volunteers For Boards & Commissions The Independent Observer | Tuesday, April 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Independent Observer emphasizes the need for community involvement in local governance, highlighting vacancies on boards and commissions in Shepherdstown and surrounding areas. Residents can apply for seats on the Shepherdstown Town