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Ricochet Quartet Serenades at South Jefferson Library's Valentine’s Event

Ricochet Quartet Serenades at South Jefferson Library's Valentine’s Event

Barbershop Quartet performs for Valentine’s Day at South Jefferson Public Library The Journal | Friday, February 14, 2025 By Tom Markland On Valentine's Day, the Ricochet barbershop quartet performed at South Jefferson Public Library, celebrating the holiday with classic songs to an enthusiastic crowd. This event, part of

Local Students Shine on WVU Dean's List for Fall Semester

Local Students Shine on WVU Dean's List for Fall Semester

WVU recognizes President's List honorees The Journal | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Toni Milbourne West Virginia University recently honored numerous students from the Eastern Panhandle, including areas like Charles Town, Harpers Ferry, and Martinsburg, for their outstanding academic achievements on the Dean's List for the Fall

Summit Point Man Charged in Wife's Fatal Shooting

Summit Point Man Charged in Wife's Fatal Shooting

Man accused of shooting, killing wife in their Summit Point-area home The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Erik Anderson In a tragic incident in Summit Point, John Alan Lyons, 71, was charged with the shooting death of his wife while she was on a 911 call. The

WVU Honors Academic Achievements of Students from Local Towns

WVU Honors Academic Achievements of Students from Local Towns

WVU announces fall Dean's List The Journal | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Toni Milbourne West Virginia University has announced its Fall Dean's List, celebrating numerous students from the Eastern Panhandle, including those from towns such as Charles Town, Harpers Ferry, and Ranson. This recognition highlights the

Emergency Response Highlights: February 9 Incidents in Ranson and Beyond

Daily Fire/EMS for Feb. 11 The Journal | Tuesday, February 11, 2025 By Staff On February 9, emergency services responded to a range of incidents across the region, including multiple falls, breathing problems, and psychiatric emergencies. The Journal reports that there were notable cases such as strokes on Stephen Ct.

Local Resident Critiques Trump's Moves Against USAID

Letter to the editor: Disgusted The Winchester Star | Monday, February 10, 2025 By The Winchester Star In a letter to the editor published by The Winchester Star, Robin Tribble expresses deep concern over President Trump's actions to dismantle USAID, labeling them as unconstitutional and harmful to millions globally.

Local Residents Convicted in Major Eastern Panhandle Drug Case

Two Panhandle Residents Found Guilty in Massive Drug Trafficking Operation – Two Fugitives Still At Large The Panhandle News Network | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Marsha Kavalek In a significant drug trafficking case, two residents from Harpers Ferry and Martinsburg have been found guilty for their roles in a large-scale fentanyl