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Shepherdstown Theater Festival Unveils Identity-Exploring Plays

Shepherdstown Theater Festival Unveils Identity-Exploring Plays

Three CATF plays that explore how we know who we are The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, July 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Spirit of Jefferson covers three compelling plays from the Contemporary American Theater Festival that tackle intricate themes of identity and self-discovery. 'Happy Fall: A Queer Stunt

Charles Town's Old Opera House Presents 'The Wizard of Oz'

Charles Town's Old Opera House Presents 'The Wizard of Oz'

Off to Oz! Old Opera House to show family favorite and classic 'Wizard of Oz' The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Old Opera House Theatre Company in Charles Town opens its production of 'The Wizard of Oz' on July 25,

County Commission Launches Services from New Building in Charles Town

County Commission Launches Services from New Building in Charles Town

County Commission holds first meeting in new building, sets new path for JCDA The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On July 17, the County Commission convened for its inaugural meeting at the new government administration building on North Lawrence Street, as reported by The Spirit

Charles Town Man Sentenced for Murder of Samantha Dailey

Charles Town Man Sentenced for Murder of Samantha Dailey

Calderon takes plea deal, sentenced to life with possibility of parole in 2024 murder of Samantha Dailey The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway David Antonio Calderon was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole for the 2024 murder of 32-year-old Samantha Dailey.

Middleway Residents Win Right to Intervene in Mountain Pure Lawsuit

Middleway Residents Win Right to Intervene in Mountain Pure Lawsuit

Middleway residents, watchdog group accepted on Mountain Pure lawsuit The Spirit of Jefferson | Monday, July 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On July 15, residents of Middleway and the nonprofit Jefferson County Foundation secured their right to intervene in a significant lawsuit concerning the Mountain Pure beverage packing facility proposed at

Community Honors John Lewis' Legacy in Charles Town

Community Honors John Lewis' Legacy in Charles Town

Local leaders talk about Congressman John Lewis' legacy, coalition building and 'making good trouble' The Spirit of Jefferson | Sunday, July 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On July 17, around 250 people gathered near the Jefferson County Courthouse in Charles Town to honor the legacy of Civil Rights

Storm Causes Roof Damage and Evacuations in Charles Town

Storm Causes Roof Damage and Evacuations in Charles Town

Storm blew roof off Charles Towers Apartments, 87 evacuated The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A storm in Charles Town led to the evacuation of 87 residents from Charles Towers Apartments after half the building's roof was ripped off by strong winds. The