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Harpers Ferry Residents Rally for National Park Workers

Harpers Ferry Residents Rally for National Park Workers

Over 100 people protest firings of federal employees at Harpers Ferry National Park The Journal | Monday, March 3, 2025 By Tom Markland Over 100 protesters gathered in Harpers Ferry to voice their concerns against recent terminations of National Park Service employees, a decision impacting both the park and the local

Local Residents Rally Against Trump Policies in Charles Town

Local Residents Rally Against Trump Policies in Charles Town

Dozens of protesters gather in protest of Trump administration The Journal | Friday, February 28, 2025 By Tom Markland Protests erupted in Charles Town and Martinsburg as nearly 30 locals rallied against Trump administration policies, reflecting community concerns about issues like federal employee firings and international relations. Residents, like Kristine Mumaw

Shepherdstown Panel Celebrates LGBTQ Artists’ Resilience

Shepherdstown Panel Celebrates LGBTQ Artists’ Resilience

LGBTQ artists talk resilience, community during forum The Journal | Thursday, February 27, 2025 By Tom Markland During a recent panel hosted by the Roving Peregrine Theater Company in Shepherdstown, four LGBTQ artists spotlighted the significance of transgender and non-binary representation in the arts. Black Eyed Suzie led the discussion, featuring

Martinsburg Resident Admits Guilt in Drug Trafficking Ring

Martinsburg man pleads guilty to involvement in large-scale drug operation The Journal | Wednesday, February 26, 2025 By Tom Markland In a significant drug operation case reported by The Journal, James Reyes, 55, of Martinsburg, has pled guilty to distributing cocaine as part of a trafficking organization operating in the Eastern

Charles Town Celebrates New Art Space with Local Girl Scouts

Charles Town Celebrates New Art Space with Local Girl Scouts

New business puts ‘spotlight’ on local girl scouts with art show The Journal | Monday, February 24, 2025 By Tom Markland The Journal reports on the opening of “The Spotlight on Main” in Charles Town, a new retail space dedicated to supporting local vendors and events. Owned by Mara Bauserman, who

Charles Town Event Celebrates Black History Through Storytelling

Charles Town Event Celebrates Black History Through Storytelling

“Affrilachian Trail” project tells stories celebrating Black History Month The Journal | Monday, February 24, 2025 By Tom Markland At Fisherman’s Hall in Charles Town, community members gathered to celebrate African American history through stories of notable figures like Robert Smalls and local organizations such as Post 63. Organizer Jamila

Local Crime Update: Arraignments in Ranson and Charles Town

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Saturday, February 22, 2025 By Tom Markland The Journal reports on recent arraignments in Ranson and Charles Town, where local residents face a range of misdemeanor and felony charges, including DUI, possession of controlled substances, and strangulation. Notable cases include Chad Lee Nevdar, 41,