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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's Ashley Sarna Receives Leadership Honor at AOII Convention

Ashley Sarna is honored during the recent International Alpha Omicron Pi convention The Journal | Sunday, June 29, 2025 By Staff Ashley Sarna, a Ranson resident and West Virginia University graduate, was honored as the 'Alumnae Woman of Leadership' at the recent International Alpha Omicron Pi Convention in Desert

Monthly Alzheimer’s Support Group Launches in Ranson

Support Groups for June 30 The Journal | Sunday, June 29, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Alzheimer’s Association, West Virginia Chapter is initiating a monthly support group in Ranson for individuals caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Scheduled for the fourth Friday of

Martinsburg Man Arrested for Ranson Home Depot Theft Spree

Martinsburg Man Arrested for Ranson Home Depot Theft Spree

Martinsburg man accused of major Home Depot theft The Spirit of Jefferson | Sunday, June 29, 2025 By Staff Caleb Andrew Roy, a 35-year-old from Martinsburg, faces significant legal trouble after allegedly stealing 13 air conditioners and more than $3,600 worth of merchandise from Home Depot in Ranson. Arrested last

Ranson Man Killed in Hit and Run on Shepherdstown Road

State Police Looking for Information Following Hit and Run Pedestrian Death on Shepherdstown Road The Panhandle News Network | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia State Police are investigating a hit and run that resulted in the death of 41-year-old Johnathan Ballou, a resident of Ranson, on Shepherdstown

The Mud Peddler's Whimsical Return to Shepherdstown

The Mud Peddler returns to downtown Shepherdstown with pop-up shop The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Staff Denise Kupiszewski, known as The Mud Peddler, recently hosted a whimsical pop-up shop at Evolve in Shepherdstown, showcasing her playful sculptures and three-book murder mystery series. Having revived her artistic endeavors

Hit-and-Run Incident Claims Life of Ranson Man on Shepherdstown Road

State Police looking for suspect in fatal hit and run in Berkeley County WV Metro News | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run in Martinsburg, involving a 41-year-old man from Ranson who was struck while crossing Shepherdstown Road. Johnathan Ballou was

Local Real Estate Activity Soars: June 27 Transactions

Deed Transfers for June 27, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on significant property transactions for June 27, 2025, showcasing the dynamic real estate activity across various districts, including Charles Town, Ranson, and Harpers Ferry. Noteworthy sales such as the $806,000 sale from