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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.

Baltimore Drug Trafficker Sentenced: Spotlight on Local Impact

81 of 82 Sentenced Following Massive Drug Operation Arrests – Baltimore Man Sentenced to 7 Years The Panhandle News Network | Tuesday, December 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant federal sentencing, Charles Delroy Singletary, a 45-year-old from Baltimore, was sentenced to seven years for his involvement in a drug trafficking

Ranson's Festive Tree Lighting Brings Community Together

Ranson's Festive Tree Lighting Brings Community Together

Ranson draws large crowd for annual tree-lighting event The Journal | Tuesday, December 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Ranson's annual Christmas tree-lighting event at Lancaster Circle attracted a large crowd, embodying the holiday spirit with Santa and Mrs. Claus arriving in a horse-drawn sleigh. Community members enjoyed wagon rides,

Valley Health Unveils New Primary Care Facility in Ranson

Valley Health Unveils New Primary Care Facility in Ranson

Valley Health opens new Ranson facility The Journal | Tuesday, November 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Valley Health has opened a new primary care facility in Ranson, featuring an 18,000-square-foot space designed for future growth and enhanced patient services. Located conveniently across from Valley Health Urgent Care, this modern center

Local Agencies Awarded for Road Safety Efforts in the Panhandle

Local law enforcement agencies recornized for efforts to make roadways safer The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, November 20, 2025 By Staff On November 11, law enforcement agencies from towns including Martinsburg, Ranson, and Charles Town were honored at the AAA Community Traffic Safety Awards for their commitment to improving roadway safety

Hedgesville Man Charged in 2020 Fatal Hit-and-Run Incident

Cold Case Breakthrough: Hedgesville Man Arrested in 2020 Death of Elderly Woman The Panhandle News Network | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A Hedgesville man, Charles Edward Orrison, Sr., has been arrested in connection with the 2020 hit-and-run death of 76-year-old Elva Bittori, as reported by The Panhandle News

Join Ranson's Christmas Parade with Your Pup!

Animal Welfare holiday happenings The Journal | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Animal Welfare Society in Ranson will join the Charles Town/Ranson Christmas Parade on December 6 at 2 p.m., inviting dog owners to participate with their pets, whether adopted or not. For

Hedgesville Man Arrested for 2020 Hit-and-Run in Ranson Area

Man arrested in connection with a 2020 fatal hit-and-run in Berkeley County WV Metro News | Monday, November 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A Hedgesville man, Charles Edward Orrison, Sr., 54, has been arrested for vehicular manslaughter and hit-and-run related to a December 2020 incident that resulted in the death of