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BCT's Alice Frazier Named ICBA Chairman-Elect, Boosting Local Banking

BCT’s Frazier to Lead Independent Community Bankers of America LoudounNow.com | Friday, March 14, 2025 By Staff Report Alice P. Frazier, a prominent figure from BCT-Bank of Charles Town, has been appointed chairman-elect of the Independent Community Bankers of America, effective March 14. In her new role, she will

Hillsboro Community Invited to Shape Sweet Run State Park Plans

Input Sought on Sweet Run State Park Master Plan LoudounNow.com | Tuesday, March 11, 2025 By Staff Report The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks input on the master plan for Sweet Run State Park, located just north of Hillsboro. Residents are invited to a community meeting at the

Charles Town Farmer and Shepherdstown Engineer Join Planning Commission

Two selected for county planning commission positions The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, January 22, 2025 By Staff Report The Spirit of Jefferson reports that a farmer from Charles Town and a Shepherdstown civil engineer have been appointed to the county planning commission. Bruce Chrisman, who operates Honey Locust Farms and

New Leadership Roles Assigned by County Commissioners

Commissioners divide up roles, and committee, board assignments The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Staff Report The Spirit of Jefferson reports on the recent decision by the five county commissioners, four of whom were newly elected in November, to assign leadership roles and representation on various boards

Tragic Discovery: Virginia Woman Found on Ranson Casino Grounds

Police: Body found on Ranson casino property from suspected suicide The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Staff Report On January 3, the body of a 39-year-old woman from Virginia was discovered on the grounds of the Hollywood Casino in Ranson. Local authorities are treating the case as

Martinsburg Man Charged with Sexual Abuse of Minor

Man accused of having sex with minor The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff Report A former homeless man from Martinsburg has been charged with multiple felonies for allegedly sexually abusing a teenage girl. The accusations include soliciting a minor, distributing obscene material, and sexual assault. The

Maryland Man Arrested for Alleged Domestic Assault at Bavarian Inn

Man accused of attacking wife at Bavarian Inn The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 12, 2024 By Staff Report A Maryland man, Jared George Christman, was arrested for allegedly attacking his wife in their hotel room at the Bavarian Inn. Christman, 36, who appeared intoxicated, faces felony charges of strangulation,