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Middleway's Historic District Faces Threat from Water Facility Plans

Preservation Alliance Of WV Designates Middleway Historic District As Endangered The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson In January 2025, the Preservation Alliance of West Virginia designated the Middleway Historic District as endangered due to potential threats from the proposed Mountain Pure water bottling facility. This decision

New Leadership and Priorities Set for Jefferson County Commission in 2025

County Commission Discusses 2025 Plans The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson During its first meeting of the year on January 2, the Jefferson County Commission adopted a more cooperative approach, electing Pasha Majdi as Commission President and Mike Mood as Vice President. The commissioners, now with

Preserving Heritage: The Role of the Historic Landmarks Commission

Jefferson County Historic Landmarks Commission Has Multiple Roles The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson The Jefferson County Historic Landmarks Commission (JCHLC), established in 1974, plays a crucial role in preserving the area's rich history by designating local landmarks. Governed by a board of volunteer

New Shepherdstown Theater Company Aims to Enrich Local Culture

Town Run Theater Company Launches In Shepherdstown The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson The Town Run Theater Company has been established in Shepherdstown, offering rich community theatrical experiences at the newly renovated Shepherdstown Opera House. Led by Artistic Director Joe Yates, who has deep local roots

Shepherdstown's Writers Conference to Inspire Local Authors

Uncovering The Mystery Of The Writing Business The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson The upcoming Manuscript to Marketplace Writers Conference at Shepherd University, located in Shepherdstown, promises an engaging experience with a focus on both marketing and writing craft. Set for March 21-22, 2025, the event

Charles Town Considers Upgrades for West Washington Intersection

Changes Planned For WV51 Intersection At Charles Town West End The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson The City of Charles Town recently conducted a town hall meeting to discuss potential enhancements to the three-way intersection of West Washington Street, MLK Jr. Boulevard, and Summit Point Road.

Planning Meeting Set for Birdhill Meadows in Kearneysville

Review For Birdhill Subdivison On Feb 25 The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson The Independent Observer reports that the Jefferson County Planning Commission will meet on February 25 at 7 pm at the Charles Town Library to discuss the preliminary plat for the Birdhill Meadows subdivision