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Candidates for West Virginia House of Delegates from Jefferson County

State delegate candidates on the ballot The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 24, 2024 By Staff In an article published by The Spirit of Jefferson, it is reported that four West Virginia House of Delegate seats are up for election this year in Jefferson County. Voters residing in the respective

Republican Candidates Present Conservative Policies at Delegate Forum

Delegate candidates voice policy differences, agreements The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 24, 2024 By Tim Cook In a recent forum hosted by We the People of Jefferson County, six out of eight candidates vying for delegate positions in the West Virginia House of Delegates presented their policy views. The

Jefferson County Schools Seek $25.4 Million Levy for Education and Safety Initiatives

What the excess levy would pay for The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 24, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson reports that Jefferson County Schools are seeking voter approval for a $25.4 million excess property tax levy on Nov. 5, aimed at funding various educational needs over five

John Doyle Critiques West Virginia's 2024 Comprehensive Plan Draft

Commission receives draft of comprehensive plan, public hearing set The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 24, 2024 By Erik Anderson In a recent meeting held by the Jefferson County Commission, John Doyle, the Democratic candidate for District 16 of the West Virginia Senate, criticized the draft of the 2024 Comprehensive

Jefferson County Schools Push for Renewal of $25.4 Million Property Tax Levy

Explaining the five-year excess property tax levy on the ballot The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 24, 2024 By Erik Anderson In an effort to inform voters about a proposed renewal of a special excess property tax levy, Jefferson County Schools administrators are set to attend over 30 meetings leading

Shepherdstown Unveils 'Almost Heaven' Swing for Tourism Boost

Shepherdstown Unveils 'Almost Heaven' Swing for Tourism Boost

Town getting into the swing of tourism, scenic views The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 17, 2024 By Erik Anderson The Shepherdstown Town Council unanimously supported the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown's initiative to install a unique 'Almost Heaven' swing at the James Rumsey Monument Park, complemented

Delegate Ridenour Alleges Democratic Conspiracy Against Republican Candidate

Ridenour’s view of liberty isn’t for all The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 17, 2024 By Jim Bauman In a recent statement published by The Spirit of Jefferson, West Virginia Delegate William Ridenour expressed intense frustration towards Democrats, asserting that they actively obstruct Republican efforts in the presidential