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Shepherdstown StreetFest Celebrates 20 Years of Music and Community

Shepherdstown StreetFest Celebrates 20 Years of Music and Community

Shepherdstown StreetFest roars into 20th year, highlighting local bands as music scene begins its return The Spirit of Jefferson | Monday, June 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Spirit of Jefferson reports that Shepherdstown's annual StreetFest celebrated its 20th year this past Saturday, attracting vendors, visitors, and musicians to

Martinsburg Man Arrested for Ranson Home Depot Theft Spree

Martinsburg Man Arrested for Ranson Home Depot Theft Spree

Martinsburg man accused of major Home Depot theft The Spirit of Jefferson | Sunday, June 29, 2025 By Staff Caleb Andrew Roy, a 35-year-old from Martinsburg, faces significant legal trouble after allegedly stealing 13 air conditioners and more than $3,600 worth of merchandise from Home Depot in Ranson. Arrested last

Shepherdstown's Sweet Shop Bakery Faces Uncertain Future

Shepherdstown's Sweet Shop Bakery Faces Uncertain Future

Somehow Shepherdstown won’t be as sweet without Sweet Shop Bakery The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway After nearly 30 years serving delicious desserts to the community and visitors, Shepherdstown's Sweet Shop Bakery, owned by Pam Berry, is facing potential closure as she

Charles Town Government Center Acquisition Finalized Early

Jefferson County Commission closes on new buildings far ahead of schedule; meetings may move to new facility by the end of the summer The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Jefferson County Commission has finalized its purchase of two significant buildings from the American Public

Larry Pack Tours New Government Buildings in Charles Town

Larry Pack Tours New Government Buildings in Charles Town

State Treasurer Larry Pack visits new county buildings, talks possible funding for upgrades The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia Treasurer Larry Pack recently visited Charles Town to tour two newly acquired government buildings, which the county purchased for $23.5 million. The facilities,

Commission Explores Well Monitoring Amid Water Bottling Controversy

Commission Explores Well Monitoring Amid Water Bottling Controversy

County looks into monitoring commercial groundwater extraction The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway As a legal dispute regarding the proposed water bottling plant unfolds, officials in the area are exploring measures to mandate well monitoring for large groundwater extractors. At a recent Commission meeting, President

Don Horne Hot Sauce: A Flavorful Venture from Charles Town

The Skull-ville sauce gurus The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The article from The Spirit of Jefferson details the rise of Don Horne hot sauce, a unique brand created by Dan Horner from Burke, VA, and Bryan Johnson from Charles Town. After a successful Kickstarter