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Severe Winter Storm Leads to Closures in Harpers Ferry and Beyond

Major U.S. winter blast shuts down schools and government offices in several states The Inter-Mountain | Tuesday, January 7, 2025 By Anthony Gaynor A significant winter storm swept across several states, creating treacherous conditions and prompting widespread school and government closures, including in areas like Charles Town and Harpers Ferry.

Riley Moore Transitions from Treasurer to U.S. Congressman

Moore to take seat in Congress Friday The Inter-Mountain | Thursday, January 2, 2025 By Anthony Gaynor In a significant transition for state leadership, Riley Moore, West Virginia's Treasurer and a former delegate representing Charles Town, is set to resign to take his seat as the U.S. House

Hoppy Kercheval, Influential Radio Host and Jefferson County Native, Announces Retirement

WV MetroNews Talkline host Kercheval to retire from show The Inter-Mountain | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Anthony Gaynor Hoppy Kercheval, a prominent broadcaster and native of Jefferson County, announced his retirement as the host of WV MetroNews Talkline, effective January 3. Celebrated for nearly half a century in West Virginia

Delegate-elect Joseph de Soto Arrested for Threats Against Legislators

Delegate-elect arrested for alleged threats The Inter-Mountain | Friday, December 13, 2024 By Anthony Gaynor The Inter-Mountain reports that recently elected Delegate-elect Joseph de Soto from Berkeley County was arrested on Thursday for making threats of terrorist attacks against members of the West Virginia State Legislature. Following an investigation by the

Significant Events in West Virginia History: A Weekly Overview

West Virginia History The Inter-Mountain | Saturday, November 16, 2024 By Anthony Gaynor The Inter-Mountain publishes a detailed account of significant historical events that occurred in West Virginia from November 17 to November 23 across various years. Notable happenings include the birth of composer Robert Drasnin, the death of country singer