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Shenandoah Junction’s Cari Jubb Named High School Counselor of the Year

Shenandoah Junction’s Cari Jubb Named High School Counselor of the Year

Jefferson High’s Cari Jubb named High School Counselor of the Year The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 13, 2025 By Andrew Spellman Cari Jubb, a dedicated school counselor at Jefferson High School, has been honored as High School Counselor of the Year at the West Virginia School Counselor Association

Shepherdstown Hosts 22nd American Conservation Film Festival

Shepherdstown Hosts 22nd American Conservation Film Festival

American Conservation Film Festival brings international, local filmmakers together in 22nd year The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 By Andrew Spellman The American Conservation Film Festival (ACFF), held at Shepherd University, successfully brought together filmmakers and conservation enthusiasts for its 22nd edition. Among the featured works was John

Ranson's Ken Suits Announces Mayoral Candidacy

Ranson's Ken Suits Announces Mayoral Candidacy

Councilman Ken Suits joins Ranson mayoral race The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 By Erik Anderson Ken Suits, a longtime resident of Ranson and city council member, has announced his candidacy for mayor of the town. Initially working as a slot machine minder and card dealer at Hollywood

County Commission Faces Over $100K in Legal Costs from Former Officials

County Commission Faces Over $100K in Legal Costs from Former Officials

Commission pays more Jackson, Krouse fees; bill adds up to more than $100K in county costs The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 By Erik Anderson The Spirit of Jefferson reports that the Jefferson County Commission is grappling with significant expenses related to the legal troubles of former commissioners

Charles Town Council Approves Outdoor Alcohol Consumption Zone

Charles Town Council Approves Outdoor Alcohol Consumption Zone

Charles Town Council passes outdoor drinking, looks to expand zone to new park The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 By Erik Anderson The Charles Town Council has approved a new ordinance allowing outdoor alcohol consumption in the historic downtown area, enabling patrons to enjoy alcoholic beverages from licensed

Celebrate Potomac Ridge Brewing's 1 Year Anniversary in Sharpsburg

Celebrate Potomac Ridge Brewing's 1 Year Anniversary in Sharpsburg

Potomac Ridge Brewing to celebrate 1 year anniversary The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 6, 2025 By Andrew Spellman Potomac Ridge Brewing, located in Sharpsburg, is celebrating its first anniversary this Friday. Owners Jeff and Dorrie Pilot reflect on a successful year, emphasizing the brewery's role in fostering

Filming for 'Annihilator Unleashed' Starts in Local Pubs

Filming for 'Annihilator Unleashed' Starts in Local Pubs

New action movie starts filming throughout Eastern Panhandle The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 6, 2025 By Bonnie Williamson The Spirit of Jefferson reports that filming for the new action film 'Annihilator Unleashed' began on February 19 at the Mountaineer Pub in Martinsburg, with additional locations planned in