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Governor Morrisey Discusses Local Issues on Panhandle Live

Week In Review – Exclusive Interview with Governor Morrisey, Morgan County Deputy Shot, Daniel Woods Reflects – And More The Panhandle News Network | Friday, August 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Panhandle News Network highlights a busy week with an exclusive interview featuring Governor Patrick Morrisey and updates on a deputy involved

Local Distributors Sentenced in Major Drug Operation Impacting Charles Town

80th, 81st Defendants Sentenced in Federal Court for Eastern Panhandle Fentanyl/ Drug Trafficking Operation The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, July 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway MARTINSBURG, W.Va. – The Panhandle News Network reports on the recent sentencing of Darien Jacob Horton and Jennifer Nicole Barthlow for their involvement in a

Calderon Sentenced to Life for Murder of Charles Town Woman

Victim Remembered as a “Bright Light in this World” as Calderon is Sentenced The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, July 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway David Calderon has been sentenced to life in prison, with the possibility of parole in 15 years, for the murder of 32-year-old Samantha Dailey. Her remains

Severe Storm Forces Evacuation of Charles Towers Residents

Charles Town Apartment Evacuated after Roof Damaged During Wednesday Storm The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A severe storm struck Charles Town and Ranson on Wednesday evening, causing over 2.25 inches of rain and damaging roofs in the area. Emergency services evacuated residents from

Guilty Plea in Martinsburg Murder Case Sparks Community Response

El Salvadoran national enters guilty pleas in Jefferson County woman’s death The Panhandle News Network | Tuesday, July 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway David Antonio Calderon, an El Salvadoran national, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and concealment of a deceased human body in the death of Samantha Dailey. Her body

Ranson Man Killed in Hit and Run on Shepherdstown Road

State Police Looking for Information Following Hit and Run Pedestrian Death on Shepherdstown Road The Panhandle News Network | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia State Police are investigating a hit and run that resulted in the death of 41-year-old Johnathan Ballou, a resident of Ranson, on Shepherdstown

Independence Day Festivities Near Shepherdstown & Harpers Ferry

Regional 4th Of July/Independence Celebrations The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway As summer approaches, residents and visitors can look forward to vibrant Independence Day celebrations throughout the region, including lively events in nearby towns such as Shepherdstown and Harpers Ferry. The festivities kick off