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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

Call to Rename Morgan's Grove Park to Fountain Rock

Call to Rename Morgan's Grove Park to Fountain Rock

LETTER: Is Morgan’s Grove Park misnamed? The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 6, 2025 By Diana Sutenfield In a letter to The Spirit of Jefferson, the author argues for renaming Morgan's Grove Park to Fountain Rock due to historical inaccuracies regarding its significance in the Bee Line

Local Officials Weigh in on Proposed Middleway Bottling Plant

Local Officials Weigh in on Proposed Middleway Bottling Plant

Local officials give thoughts on Mountain Pure bottling plant proposal The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 6, 2025 By Erik Anderson The Spirit of Jefferson reports on the proposed Mountain Pure water bottling plant by Sidewinder Enterprises, LLC, planned for the old 3M factory site near Middleway. Local officials, including

Retired Teacher Joseph Burwell Seeks Charles Town Mayoral Seat

Retired Teacher Joseph Burwell Seeks Charles Town Mayoral Seat

Pastor, retired teacher running for Charles Town mayor The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 6, 2025 By Erik Anderson In a recent article from The Spirit of Jefferson, retired English teacher Joseph Burwell expresses his belief that his lack of experience in city council positions uniquely qualifies him to run

Protests Erupt in Harpers Ferry Over Federal Job Cuts

Protests Erupt in Harpers Ferry Over Federal Job Cuts

Federal cuts hit Harpers Ferry The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Andrew Spellman In a striking protest at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park on March 1, 2025, locals gathered to voice their outrage over the abrupt termination of NPS employees, including one woman who received her firing

Fasnacht Festivities: Winter Farewell Celebrated in Local Towns

Fasnacht Festivities: Winter Farewell Celebrated in Local Towns

See ya, Old Man Winter The Spirit of Jefferson | Tuesday, March 4, 2025 By Andrew Spellman The Spirit of Jefferson explores the vibrant Fasnacht tradition, where communities like those in Helvetia and Hagerstown bid farewell to winter through lively celebrations. Residents from nearby areas engage in festivities, whether by donning

Ranson Police Chief Faces Lawsuit for Sexual Harassment

Ranson Police Chief Faces Lawsuit for Sexual Harassment

Ranson police chief accused of sexual harassment The Spirit of Jefferson | Monday, March 3, 2025 By Erik Anderson A former employee of the Ranson Police Department, Angela C. Snyder, has filed a lawsuit against the city and Police Chief Robbie Roberts, alleging sexual harassment and wrongful termination. Snyder, who worked