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Shepherdstown Community Celebrates with Book Sale, Drama, and Politics

Historical drama, book sale, health fair and community meals The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson highlights a variety of community events taking place in Shepherdstown, including the annual book sale at the War Memorial Building until October 20, where books will be

Ranson Man Anton St. Lewis Charged With Strangling Girlfriend Abigail Craig During Domestic Dispute

Ranson man charged with strangling girlfriend The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Tim Cook In a report by The Spirit of Jefferson, a 41-year-old Ranson man, Anton Keston St. Lewis, has pleaded not guilty to charges of felony strangulation against his 21-year-old girlfriend, Abigail May Lynn Craig.

Virginia Man Charged with Felony Sexual Assault After Dating App Date

Virginia man charged with sexual assault after dating-app encounter The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Tim Cook A Winchester, Virginia man, Ian Joseph Carter, has been charged with felony second-degree sexual assault following a date arranged via an online dating app. The alleged incident occurred on September

Shepherd University Students Challenge Candidates on Key Issues

Views from campus: Shepherd U. students question candidates The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Bonnie Williamson In an article from The Spirit of Jefferson, college students at Shepherd University engage local political candidates in a forum addressing vital issues like public safety, education, and government services. They

Rucker and Doyle Discuss Divergent Views on Key Policies

Rucker and Doyle Discuss Divergent Views on Key Policies

State Senate candidates highlight their different views The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Bonnie Williamson In a recent forum at Shepherd University, Republican incumbent state Senator Patricia Rucker and her Democratic challenger John Doyle engaged in a constructive dialogue, outlining their contrasting views on key legislative and

Jefferson County Faces Challenges in Hiring New CFO Amid Salary Prospects

Commission struggling in new county CFO hiring search The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Erik Anderson The Spirit of Jefferson reports that Jefferson County government is struggling to find a qualified chief financial officer to avoid past budgeting errors. County Administrator Edwina Benites mentioned during a commission

Charles Town Council Rejects $5 Million Bond for Sewer Upgrades to Prevent Rate Hikes

Charles Town Council Rejects $5 Million Bond for Sewer Upgrades to Prevent Rate Hikes

City council rejects CTUB $5 million bond-issue request The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, October 9, 2024 By Erik Anderson In a closely contested vote, the Charles Town City Council rejected a proposal by the Charles Town Utility Board for a $5 million bond to fund sewer projects. This decision, made