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Kearneysville Welcomes Ashworth as New Principal at North Jefferson Elementary

Kearneysville Welcomes Ashworth as New Principal at North Jefferson Elementary

Ashworth joins the North Jefferson Elementary family as the new principal The Journal | Tuesday, July 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Joyce Ashworth has been appointed as the new principal of North Jefferson Elementary, as reported by The Journal. With 30 years in education, including her recent role as assistant principal

Shepherdstown's James Newsome to Perform Free Organ Recital

Organist James Newsome presents free recital on August 24 The Journal | Tuesday, July 22, 2025 By Staff Organist James Newsome, affiliated with Trinity Episcopal Church in Shepherdstown and a doctoral student at Shenandoah Conservatory, will present a free community recital on August 24 at 2 p.m. This event showcases

Ranson Resident Faces Charges After Reckless Fleeing Incident

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Tuesday, July 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent arraignment covered by The Journal, Ranson resident Jeffrey Santana, 29, faced serious charges, including fleeing with reckless indifference and obstruction, reflecting ongoing concerns regarding public safety in the area. The incident underscores the local

Prismatic Art Studio Opens in Charles Town for Local Creatives

Prismatic Art Studio Opens in Charles Town for Local Creatives

New art studio gives the community a place to express themselves The Journal | Monday, July 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Prismatic Art Studio has opened its doors at Corner Connection in Charles Town, providing a creative space for community members to express themselves through art and crafts. This new hub

Charles Town Ceremony Honors Service Dogs Billy and Mooney

Charles Town Ceremony Honors Service Dogs Billy and Mooney

Passing of the Leash ceremony honors service dogs Billy and Mooney The Journal | Monday, July 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Hollywood Casino in Charles Town held a heartfelt Passing of the Leash ceremony in collaboration with Thin Line Service Dogs, honoring service dogs Billy and Mooney as they transition

Shepherdstown's Potomac River Artists Guild Marks 25 Years

Shepherdstown's Potomac River Artists Guild Marks 25 Years

Potomac River Artists Guild celebrates 25 years of artistic growth, excellence together The Journal | Monday, July 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Potomac River Artists Guild, rooted in Shepherdstown, is marking its 25th anniversary in 2025. During their recent Fine Art Show and Sale at the War Memorial Building, founding

Empowering Local Entrepreneurs: Build Up and Jumpstart Initiatives

Kudos to Build Up and Jumpstart programs The Journal | Monday, July 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal highlights the impact of the Build Up Berkeley and Jumpstart Jefferson programs on local entrepreneurship, particularly benefitting towns like Charles Town and Ranson. These innovative business pitch competitions, led by the respective