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Kearneysville Bail Bondsman Exonerated in Extortion Case

Kearneysville Bail Bondsman Exonerated in Extortion Case

Cox acquitted of extortion charge related to conversation with sheriff The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 By Tim Cook In a case that he claims was politically motivated, Steve Cox, a bail bondsman and former candidate for sheriff, was acquitted of attempted extortion related to a conversation with

Mike Tolbert Seeks Mayoral Position Amidst Rocwool Controversy

Tolbert makes bid for mayor The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 By Erik Anderson Mike Tolbert, a candidate for mayor of Charles Town, reflects on his previous term on the city council, which was dominated by the tumultuous discussions surrounding the controversial Rocwool factory. Initially expecting to serve

New Leadership Roles Assigned by County Commissioners

Commissioners divide up roles, and committee, board assignments The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Staff Report The Spirit of Jefferson reports on the recent decision by the five county commissioners, four of whom were newly elected in November, to assign leadership roles and representation on various boards

Charles Town Cybersecurity Risks: Double Clickjacking Attack Alert

IT expert sounds alarm over ‘extremely rampant’ double-click cyberattacks The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Tom Ozimek A recent alert from cybersecurity experts, reported by The Spirit of Jefferson, highlights the rise of double clickjacking attacks, where malicious prompts trick users into unintentionally approving actions on websites.

Tragic Discovery: Virginia Woman Found on Ranson Casino Grounds

Police: Body found on Ranson casino property from suspected suicide The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Staff Report On January 3, the body of a 39-year-old woman from Virginia was discovered on the grounds of the Hollywood Casino in Ranson. Local authorities are treating the case as

Two Rivers String Quartet Concert and MLK Walk in Charles Town

Two Rivers String Quartet Concert and MLK Walk in Charles Town

Quartet concert, MLK walk, birdseed sale The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, January 8, 2025 By Staff In a vibrant showcase of local culture, The Spirit of Jefferson highlights two significant upcoming events in the area: the Two Rivers String Quartet concert, set for January 26 at Trinity Episcopal Church in

Charles Town Boy Stabbed in Unprovoked Attack While Walking Dog

Charles Town Boy Stabbed in Unprovoked Attack While Walking Dog

Police: Boy stabbed in unprovoked attack while walking dog The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, January 8, 2025 By Tim Cook In a troubling incident reported by The Spirit of Jefferson, a 15-year-old boy was the victim of an unprovoked stabbing while walking his dog in Charles Town on January 6,