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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,