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Grand Opening of Gran Ranchero in Shepherdstown

Grand Opening of Gran Ranchero in Shepherdstown

Gran Ranchero Mexican Bar & Grill plans grand opening for end of month The Journal | Sunday, July 6, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Emanuel Munoz, who immigrated from Jalisco, Mexico at 17, has successfully opened around nine authentic Mexican restaurants with his brothers throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Their

Emergency Services Respond to Calls in Charles Town Area

Fire and EMS Logs for July 7 The Journal | Sunday, July 6, 2025 By Staff On July 7, the latest logs from local fire and EMS services reflect the ongoing commitment to community safety in areas like Charles Town and Ranson. The Journal provides an overview of incidents managed by

Ranson Hosts Monthly Alzheimer’s Support Group

Support Groups for July 7 The Journal | Sunday, July 6, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Alzheimer’s Association, West Virginia Chapter, is launching a monthly support group in Ranson, aimed at individuals caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia. This group will meet at the

Air Force Alums Transform Shepherdstown Through Service and Love

Air Force Alums Transform Shepherdstown Through Service and Love

Local residents find adventure, love in U.S. Air Force The Journal | Sunday, July 6, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a heartwarming story published by The Journal, Adam and Shannon Thomas share their journey from dedicated members of the U.S. Air Force to local community leaders in Shepherdstown. Their

Charles Town Community Reels from Two Connected Murders

Connections? No way to know The Journal | Sunday, July 6, 2025 By Staff In June 2001, the remains of Susan Capino were uncovered in a wooded area off a dirt driveway on Charles Town Pike, eerily close to the site of Patrick Hornbaker's murder three weeks prior. This

Historic Events That Shaped the Region's Legacy

This week in history The Journal | Saturday, July 5, 2025 By Staff This week's historical highlights from The Journal recount significant events in West Virginia, including the births of influential figures like Charles James Faulkner and Johnnie Johnson, and the dedication of landmarks such as the Madonna of

Shepherdstown Hosts Premiere of Lisa Dring's Theatrical Work

Shepherdstown Hosts Premiere of Lisa Dring's Theatrical Work

Play to bring puppetry, stunt performing to the Contemporary American Theater Festival stage The Journal | Friday, July 4, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway This month, Emmy-nominated playwright and director Lisa Dring will showcase her work at the Contemporary American Theater Festival in Shepherdstown, where her play, 'Happy Fall: A Queer