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Ranson Hosts Affordable Rabies Clinic on October 11

Rabies Clinic set for Oct. 11 The Journal | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 By Staff On October 11, the Animal Welfare Society is hosting a Rabies Clinic from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Loyal Order of the Moose pavilion in Ranson. This drive-thru event offers vaccinations for pets at

Explore Garnet Jex's Paintings at Harpers Ferry Open House

Open house of Jex paintings set for Oct. 4 The Journal | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Canal Town Partnership is hosting an open house for Garnet Jex's paintings of Harpers Ferry on October 4th at Camp Hill-Wesley United Methodist Church. This viewing

Local Projects Funded by West Virginia First Foundation Grants

West Virginia First Foundation funds local projects The Journal | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The West Virginia First Foundation (WVFF) has allocated $17 million in grants to support 94 projects aimed at combating substance abuse across the state. Among the initiatives, projects in towns like Charles Town and

Mountain Heritage Arts Festival Celebrates 49 Years in Jefferson County

Mountain Heritage Arts Festival Celebrates 49 Years in Jefferson County

Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts Festival to celebrate 49th year The Journal | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts Festival returns for its 49th year this fall at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, uniting artisans and craft enthusiasts from across the nation. Scheduled for September

Community Unites in Bakerton to Honor Charlie Kirk's Legacy

Community Unites in Bakerton to Honor Charlie Kirk's Legacy

Charlie Kirk's legacy remembered at local memorial service The Journal | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At a memorial service held at the Bakerton Bible Church, nearly a hundred community members gathered to honor the life of Charlie Kirk, the outspoken conservative activist tragically assassinated at Utah

Local DAR and SAR Members Honor Washington at Mount Vernon

Local DAR and SAR Members Honor Washington at Mount Vernon

DAR & SAR visit Mount Vernon The Journal | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 By Staff On September 13, members of the Pack Horse Ford Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, alongside their spouses from the General Adam Stephen Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, honored George Washington

RISE Opens in Ranson: New Focus on Local Education Programs

RISE Opens in Ranson: New Focus on Local Education Programs

RISE facility provides new home to several Jefferson County School programs The Journal | Monday, September 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On September 19, the Ransom Institute of Secondary Education (RISE) held its grand opening in the repurposed Ranson Elementary School building. This new facility will host various programs, including CTE