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Kearneysville’s First Data Center Sparks Local Discussion

Kearneysville Data Center would the the first in the county The Journal | Friday, April 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Plans for Berkeley County’s first data center were recently approved, marking a significant development for the region. Located in Kearneysville, the 300-acre site will host two buildings, totaling over 1.

West Virginia Bill Aims to Revamp Local Election Dates

This bill could change the dates of future city and town elections The Journal | Wednesday, April 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant move for local governance, a new bill passed by the West Virginia legislature aims to align city elections with statewide elections to enhance voter participation. The

Local Arraignments Highlight Ongoing Legal Concerns in Harpers Ferry and Beyond

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Tuesday, April 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent report by The Journal, various individuals were arraigned in Jefferson County Magistrate Court for a range of offenses, including felony charges for drug possession, financial exploitation of the elderly, and child neglect. Notable cases

Shepherd University Hosts 99th Annual WV Academy of Science Meeting

Shepherd University Hosts 99th Annual WV Academy of Science Meeting

Young scientists rally at Shepherd for 99th annual meeting The Journal | Monday, April 7, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At Shepherd University, the West Virginia Academy of Science held its 99th annual meeting, bringing together scientists from various institutions, including local schools like Spring Mills High School. President Dr. Mary J.

Charles Town Museum Marks 60 Years with Historic Exhibit

Charles Town Museum Marks 60 Years with Historic Exhibit

Jefferson County Museum celebrates 60th anniversary with new exhibit The Journal | Monday, April 7, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that Charles Town's Jefferson County Museum has officially reopened to commemorate its 60th anniversary, showcasing a new exhibit that chronicles local history from prehistoric times through significant

Martinsburg Welcomes Snooks Shaved Ice & Soft Serve Store

Martinsburg Welcomes Snooks Shaved Ice & Soft Serve Store

Snooks Shaved Ice & Soft Serve moves into brick-and-mortar store The Journal | Saturday, April 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Snooks Shaved Ice & Soft Serve has opened a new brick-and-mortar store at 788 Foxcroft Ave. in Martinsburg, enhancing the local culinary landscape just in time for the warmer months. Founded

Shepherdstown's Read-A-Palooza Supports Local Literacy Efforts

'Read-A-Palooza' raises money to help local kids access books The Journal | Saturday, April 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on Read-A-Palooza, a lively event held at Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown, aimed at promoting literacy among local youth through Read Aloud West Virginia. The initiative, rejuvenated