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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

Martinsburg Man Charged with Sexual Abuse of Minor

Man accused of having sex with minor The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff Report A former homeless man from Martinsburg has been charged with multiple felonies for allegedly sexually abusing a teenage girl. The accusations include soliciting a minor, distributing obscene material, and sexual assault. The

Paul Espinosa Back in the Saddle with Racing Commission Role

Paul Espinosa Back in the Saddle with Racing Commission Role

Off to the races, again The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Bonnie Williamson After serving as a delegate since 2012, Paul Espinosa returns to his roots in horse racing by joining the West Virginia Racing Commission. Following an unsuccessful Senate primary election against Patricia Rucker, Espinosa'

Commission Approves New Impact Fees for Commercial Growth

Commission enacts commercial impact fees over Stolipher’s objections The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Erik Anderson In a decisive move, the Jefferson County Commission approved a new set of commercial impact fees aimed at funding infrastructure for new developments. Following a study by the consulting firm

Controversial Obscenity Ordinance Repealed in Charles Town

Commission narrowly repeals controversial obscenity ordinance The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Erik Anderson At her final meeting, Commissioner Jane Tabb led a contentious 3-2 vote to repeal the obscenity ordinance in the county, amid strong opposition from fellow commissioners and the public. Critics claimed the ordinance,

Historic Churches Tour in Shepherdstown on December 26

Historic Churches Tour in Shepherdstown on December 26

Shepherdstown churches tour set for Dec. 26 The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, December 18, 2024 By Staff On December 26, Shepherdstown will welcome locals and visitors to a free, self-guided walking tour of its historic churches, featuring a range of buildings from the late 18th century to the early 21st