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Community Tensions Rise Over ICE Activity in Charles Town

Community Tensions Rise Over ICE Activity in Charles Town

Concerns mark contentious Jefferson County Commission meeting The Journal | Monday, December 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At a recent regular meeting in Charles Town, tensions escalated as residents expressed concerns over reported ICE activity, notably in local restaurants. During a town hall addressing ambulance fees, a citizen queried the commission

Shepherdstown Celebrates Holidays with Library Screening

New event gives parents a break from the holiday chaos The Journal | Monday, December 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During the 'Holi-Daze at the Library' event, held at the Shepherdstown Public Library Commons Room, families and children gathered to enjoy a screening of 'The Muppet Christmas Carol,

Shepherdstown Students Inspired by Astronaut Paul Lockhart

Shepherdstown Students Inspired by Astronaut Paul Lockhart

Former astronaut wows local kids with stories of space travel The Journal | Friday, December 19, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Thursday, retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Paul S. Lockhart captivated students at Morgan Academy in Shepherdstown with tales from his journeys aboard the International Space Station. By simplifying

Fatal Crash on Route 340 Highlights Safety Concerns

One person dead after accident in Jefferson County The Journal | Thursday, December 18, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on a tragic accident that occurred in a construction zone on Route 340, where a 2025 Toyota Tacoma pickup failed to navigate a right turn, resulting in the vehicle rolling multiple

Public Invited to Weigh In on Route 9 Bike Path Expansion

Public Invited to Weigh In on Route 9 Bike Path Expansion

Planners seek input on long-awaited connection to Route 9 bike path The Journal | Wednesday, December 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Planners have provided an update on the long-anticipated extension of the WV Route 9 Bicycle Path this week, which aims to connect Martinsburg with Charles Town. As part of the

Court Ruling on Charter Schools Impacts Future in Ranson Area

Professional Charter School Board stays mum on court ruling requiring county referendums The Journal | Wednesday, December 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Professional Charter School Board's recent virtual meeting revealed no public comments on a court ruling mandating voter approval for charter schools in West Virginia. The ruling,

Potomac Valley Audubon Society's Resilience in Shepherdstown

Potomac Valley Audubon Society's Resilience in Shepherdstown

Potomac Valley Audubon Society looks back on year of challenges, success The Journal | Tuesday, December 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent reflection published by The Journal, the Potomac Valley Audubon Society has navigated significant challenges over the past year, particularly due to cuts in the AmeriCorps program impacting