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Local Law Enforcement Activities on August 14, 2025

Police Logs for August 14, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, August 13, 2025 By Staff On August 14, 2025, local law enforcement in Jefferson County reported a series of incidents and activities impacting residents in areas such as Charles Town and Harpers Ferry. The logs detail various responses by the police

Harpers Ferry Hosts Beekeepers Picnic with Expert Insights

Harpers Ferry Hosts Beekeepers Picnic with Expert Insights

Apiary inspector talks mites and more at Eastern Panhandle Beekeepers Association picnic The Journal | Wednesday, August 13, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Eastern Panhandle Beekeepers Association held its annual picnic at a farm in Harpers Ferry, where members, including hosts Linda Layne and Gary Donely, engaged in beekeeping activities. Attendees

Charles Town Woman Arraigned for Driving Violations

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Wednesday, August 13, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent report by The Journal, Tiffany Paige-Hottel Hartman, 28, from Charles Town, faced arraignment in Jefferson County Magistrate Court for misdemeanor charges related to driving with a revoked license due to DUI and having an

Shepherdstown Library's Annual Book Sale Boosts Literacy

Annual book sale raises funds, awareness of local library The Journal | Tuesday, August 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The annual Friends of Shepherdstown Library Book Sale, held at the SPL Commons Room, attracted locals like Loni Wronka-Edwards and Ralph Scorza, who both found intriguing books at great prices. This event

Ranson Hosts Annual National Night Out Against Crime Event

Ranson Hosts Annual National Night Out Against Crime Event

K9 demonstration highlight at Jefferson’s Police Night Out The Journal | Tuesday, August 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On August 5, Ranson hosted the annual National Night Out Against Crime at the Home Depot parking lot, attracting large crowds eager to support local law enforcement. This community event emphasized building

Harpers Ferry 4-H Club Hosts Livestock Skill-a-thon at Fair

Harpers Ferry 4-H Club Hosts Livestock Skill-a-thon at Fair

The Livestock Skill-a-thon returns to the Jefferson County Fair The Journal | Tuesday, August 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Livestock Skill-a-thon returns to the Jefferson County Fair, kicking off on August 16 at 3 p.m. at the show barn. This engaging event organized by the local 4-H Livestock Judging

Ranson Elementary Hosts Breakfast for New Teachers

Ranson Elementary Hosts Breakfast for New Teachers

Jefferson County celebrates new teachers as they begin a new journey in education The Journal | Tuesday, August 12, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On August 5, the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce hosted a breakfast at Ranson Elementary to welcome 61 new teachers joining local schools. This event celebrated their important