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Local Author Neal Barkus Engages with Community Issues

ABOUT THE AUTHOR The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, January 17, 2025 By Staff Neal Barkus, a retired lawyer residing near Shepherdstown, shares insights from his experiences and writings on panprogressive.com. His connection to local community issues and events enriches his perspective, providing a relatable voice for residents of towns

Middleway Water Bottling Facility Sparks Community Concerns

On proposed Middleway bottling facility, the public’s questions have not been ignored The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, January 17, 2025 By Cara Keys In an article by The Spirit of Jefferson, a newly elected commissioner expresses support for the proposed water bottling facility in Middleway while addressing community concerns

Patrick Morrisey Takes Office as Governor, Pledges Energy Growth

Patrick Morrisey Takes Office as Governor, Pledges Energy Growth

Morrisey sworn in as WV governor, says he’ll 'end wokeness,' prioritize cutting government waste The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, January 17, 2025 By Amelia Ferrell Knisely Patrick Morrisey was sworn in as West Virginia's 37th governor on January 13, 2023, after his decisive victory, promising

Harpers Ferry Appoints Gino Sisco as New Town Administrator

Shepherdstown hires town administrator The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, January 17, 2025 By Staff Gino Sisco has been appointed as the new town administrator for Harpers Ferry, tasked with overseeing daily government operations and financial management. With his prior experience as the executive director of the Jefferson County Health Department,

Community Events This Weekend in Charles Town: Birdseed Sale and MLK Walk

MKL walk, birdseed sale, seed swap and film festival The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, January 17, 2025 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson reports on two community events this weekend in Charles Town. A birdseed sale by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society will take place on Saturday at Sunny Meadows

Snowstorm Disrupts Travel in Charles Town and Beyond

Snow days delays The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, January 17, 2025 By Bonnie Williamson Following a winter storm on January 5-6, which dropped about 5 inches of snow, road-clearing efforts in the area faced delays due to various factors, including falling temperatures that refroze cleared roads. Jerry Harder from the

Community Forums in Charles Town and Middleway Against Water Plant

Community forums planned on Middleway water bottling facility The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 By Staff Two nonprofit organizations are organizing community forums in Charles Town and Middleway to oppose the proposed Mountain Pure water bottling plant. The Eastern Panhandle Green Coalition will hold a forum at Fishermen’