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100th Anniversary of the State Fair Brings Joy to Local Communities

West Virginia State Fair turns 100 The Inter-Mountain | Wednesday, August 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The 100th anniversary of the West Virginia State Fair, which took place from August 7 to 16, drew over 200,000 visitors and featured a mix of entertainment, agricultural exhibitions, and local vendors. As noted

Emergency Response to Charles Town Storm Damage Showcases Community Resilience

Community responds after severe storms wreak havoc The Inter-Mountain | Wednesday, July 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway After severe storms struck on July 16, the Charles Towers apartment complex in Charles Town sustained significant damage, displacing nearly 90 residents. WVU Medicine Jefferson Medical Center quickly mobilized teams to establish an evacuation

Shepherdstown Celebrates the Historic Bee Line March

Bee Line March 250th celebration closes The Inter-Mountain | Monday, July 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Bee Line March 250th celebration concluded with a vibrant event at Morgan’s Grove Park and downtown Shepherdstown, honoring the historical feat of local riflemen who marched to aid George Washington during the Revolutionary

Activism in Charles Town: Grassroots vs. DNC Leadership

Restless tiger The Inter-Mountain | Saturday, June 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Inter-Mountain discusses the disconnect between grassroots activists and the Democratic National Committee (DNC), led by Ken Martin, who seems complacent in the face of widespread discontent among younger voters in places like Charles Town and Ranson. The article

Historical Milestones Celebrated in Charles Town and Beyond

This Week in W.Va. History The Inter-Mountain | Saturday, June 7, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Inter-Mountain highlights significant dates in West Virginia history, showcasing events such as the birth of pioneers and cultural figures. Notable mentions include Donald F. Duncan, the founder of the Duncan Yo-Yo Company, and the

Local Entrepreneurs Thrive as New Business Registrations Surge

Warner reports 1,352 new businesses The Inter-Mountain | Wednesday, May 28, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In April, West Virginia saw a significant influx of new businesses with 1,352 registrations reported by Secretary of State Kris Warner. Notably, local counties like Kanawha, Berkeley, and Jefferson contributed to this growth, with

Capito, Justice, and Moore: West Virginia Leaders Reflect on Congress

First 100 Days: Capito, Justice, Moore reflect on their new roles The Inter-Mountain | Monday, May 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway As President Trump celebrated the first 100 days of his second term, West Virginia's U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Jim Justice, alongside Rep. Riley Moore, are