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Charles Town Utility Board Takes Action on 'Forever Chemicals'

CTUB votes to test its sludge for ‘forever chemicals’ The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, December 31, 2024 By Erik Anderson The Charles Town Utility Board has decided to test its sewage byproducts for harmful PFAS and PFOS chemicals, which have serious health implications. This initiative, championed by board member John

George Rutherford's Legacy: Civil Rights Leadership in Charles Town

George Rutherford's Legacy: Civil Rights Leadership in Charles Town

After 5 decades, Rutherford stepping back The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, December 31, 2024 By Erik Anderson George Rutherford, born in Charles Town in 1935, is stepping down as president of the NAACP's Jefferson County Chapter after nearly 50 years. His tenure was shaped by personal connections to

New Ranson Elementary School Officially Dedicated

New Ranson Elementary School Officially Dedicated

New Ranson elementary dedicated The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff On December 16, local officials and community members gathered to celebrate the dedication of the new Ranson elementary school, which is set to welcome approximately 256 students starting January 6, 2024. Located at 245 Ranson Campus

Celebrate the Holidays with Concerts and a Lantern Parade

Celebrate the Holidays with Concerts and a Lantern Parade

Holiday concerts, Lantern parade and guided hike The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson highlights holiday festivities in local towns through the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival, running from Dec. 28 to Dec. 31, featuring classical performances in Shepherdstown, Charles Town, and Harpers Ferry,

Ranson Launches Mailbox for Children's Letters to Santa

Ranson Launches Mailbox for Children's Letters to Santa

Dear Santa … The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson reports that Ranson has set up a special mailbox outside City Hall, allowing local children to send their holiday wish lists directly to Santa at the North Pole. City Clerk Darla Armstrong shared that

Bank of Charles Town Welcomes New Executives in Leadership Shift

New employees, members for hospital, bank and Rotary The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson reports on the Bank of Charles Town's recent appointment of Shane Bell as chief financial officer and Ronald Burley as executive vice president. Bell, a resident

Commissioner Jane Tabb Celebrated at Final Meeting

Jane Tabb honored at her final county commission meeting The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Erik Anderson At her last meeting, Jane Tabb was celebrated by current and former officials for her 18 years of dedicated service on the commission, reflecting her influence on local governance in