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Middleway Residents Voice Concerns Over Mountain Pure Traffic

Middleway residents don’t trust Mountain Pure traffic claims The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 19, 2025 By Erik Anderson Residents of Middleway express concerns over the proposed Mountain Pure beverage packing facility's traffic impact on their historic village. The stress of potential increased truck traffic has prompted

Bonnie Bell: Trailblazer in Ranson's Pageantry History

Bonnie Bell: Trailblazer in Ranson's Pageantry History

First ‘Miss Jefferson County’ reflects on racial discrimination The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 19, 2025 By Erik Anderson In a poignant reflection published by The Spirit of Jefferson, Bonnie Bell recalls being crowned the first 'Miss Jefferson County' at Jefferson High School's 1973 pageant. Despite

Fire at Blake Hill Solar Farm Near Charles Town

Blake Hill solar panel box catches fire The Spirit of Jefferson | Monday, February 17, 2025 By Erik Anderson A fire broke out in an electrical box linked to the solar power array at the Blake Hill solar farm near Charles Town on Saturday. Citizens Fire Company responded promptly, with President

Chimney Fire Quickly Contained in Shannondale Home

Chimney catches fire at Shannondale home The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Erik Anderson A chimney fire occurred at a home on Huckleberry Lane in Shannondale on February 7, prompting a rapid response from four fire companies and the Jefferson County Emergency Services Agency. Lt. Daniel Turner

Harpers Ferry Health Officials Discuss Winter Flu Trends

The winter flu has returned, as usual The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Bonnie Williamson As winter settles in, the classic influenza virus is making rounds, according to the Jefferson County Health Department's Dr. Terrence Reidy. He reassures residents of towns like Charles Town and

Military Strategies of John Brown’s Raid in Harpers Ferry

Military Strategies of John Brown’s Raid in Harpers Ferry

Historian shares the military aspects of John Brown’s raid The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Bonnie Williamson In an insightful piece from The Spirit of Jefferson, Stephen Bockmiller delves into the military operations surrounding John Brown's 1859 raid on Harpers Ferry. As he describes,

Shepherdstown's Town Run Theater Company Launches at Opera House

Shepherdstown's Town Run Theater Company Launches at Opera House

New theater company, robotics competition, 911 center tours and Happy Retreat jazz concert The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Staff The Town Run Theater Company has been established at the Shepherdstown Opera House, bringing together regional talent under the direction of Joe Yates. With founding members including