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John Doyle: A Prominent Democratic Figure in Jefferson County Politics

EDITOR'S NOTE The Spirit of Jefferson | Friday, November 15, 2024 By Staff In an updated note from The Spirit of Jefferson, it is clarified that John Doyle, who has run as a Democratic candidate for public office 17 times in Jefferson County, won 13 of those elections. His

Tragic House Fire in Middleway Claims Life of Female Resident

Middleway house fire claims life of resident The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, November 14, 2024 By Erik Anderson On November 4, a house fire on Sulphur Springs Road near Middleway resulted in the tragic death of a resident, as reported by The Spirit of Jefferson. Fire units responded shortly before

Community Unites for Veterans Day Celebrations in Bolivar and Charles Town

Community Unites for Veterans Day Celebrations in Bolivar and Charles Town

Separate Veterans Day events honor, celebrate The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, November 14, 2024 By Tim Cook In a heartfelt observance of Veterans Day, local military veterans, families, and community members gathered in Bolivar and Charles Town for separate ceremonies. The day began with a parade led by the Harpers

David Tabb's Unsuccessful Political Journey in Jefferson County

Give David Tabb a chair in the room The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, November 14, 2024 By Barry Bolyard The Spirit of Jefferson congratulates Jefferson County voters for contributing to David Tabb's continued losses in public office bids. The article humorously suggests that perhaps Tabb, a persistent yet

Shepherdstown Band Celebrates Babydog in New Music Video

Master gardener training, outdoors events, history talks The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Staff In a recent feature published by The Spirit of Jefferson, the Shepherdstown band Eastern Regional Jam has gained attention for their new music video titled 'Babydog,' celebrating the beloved English bulldog

Republicans Dominate Jefferson County Elections Amid Democratic Uncertainty

Republicans Dominate Jefferson County Elections Amid Democratic Uncertainty

Looking down the ballot The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Tim Cook In a decisive Election Day outcome, all five Republican candidates for Jefferson County's state Senate and House of Delegate seats won comfortably, leaving Democratic opponents pondering the future viability of their party. John

Community Unites Against Water Bottling Plant Proposal in Middleway

Community Unites Against Water Bottling Plant Proposal in Middleway

Middleway residents organize against proposed water bottling plant The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Erik Anderson In an emotionally charged meeting on November 7, 2023, over 60 Middleway residents gathered at the historic White Church to listen to labor and delivery nurse Stacy Chapman, who expressed her