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Adam Ward Takes Office as Charles Town's New Prosecuting Attorney

Adam Ward Takes Office as Charles Town's New Prosecuting Attorney

Ward sworn as Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney The Journal | Thursday, October 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Thursday afternoon, Adam Ward was sworn in as the new Prosecuting Attorney for Jefferson County, following the appointment by Judge David Hammer. He fills the vacancy left by Matt Harvey, who became the

Stampede for a Cause: A Community Celebration in Charles Town

Stampede for a Cause: A Community Celebration in Charles Town

‘Stampede for a Cause’ brings fun to Charles Town The Journal | Tuesday, October 28, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Last Thursday evening, Charles Town Races hosted the 'Stampede for a Cause', bringing together over 3,000 attendees to support the American Cancer Society's Men Wear Pink campaign.

Kearneysville Welcomes New Director at Hospice of the Panhandle

Kearneysville Welcomes New Director at Hospice of the Panhandle

New Inpatient Facility Director named at Hospice The Journal | Tuesday, October 28, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Kristie Carbaugh, a seasoned nurse and administrator, has been appointed as the inpatient facility director at Hospice of the Panhandle in Kearneysville. In her new role, she will manage operations at the agency'

Arrest Made in Charles Town Shooting Case after Two Months

Arrest Made in Charles Town Shooting Case after Two Months

Fugitive arrested in connection to August shooting in Charles Town The Journal | Tuesday, October 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that Curtis Edward Bailey, a suspect in a targeted shooting incident from August in Charles Town, was arrested in Baltimore on October 15. His capture followed a collaborative

Gov. Morrisey Ensures Accessibility to Harpers Ferry Parks

Getting the job done The Journal | Tuesday, October 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In an announcement reported by The Journal, Gov. Patrick Morrisey revealed an extension of the donor agreement to maintain the New River Gorge National Park and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. This decision, costing $7,000 daily,

Charles Town Resident Acquitted of Multiple Charges

Jefferson man not guilty The Journal | Tuesday, October 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a significant legal case, Joseph Haupt, a resident of Charles Town, faced multiple charges including eight counts of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree and four counts of Domestic Battery. The trial took place over 2½

Exciting Trunk or Treat Events in Martinsburg and Beyond

Upcoming Trunk or Treat Happenings The Journal | Tuesday, October 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal highlights a series of Trunk or Treat events taking place across the region, including locations in Martinsburg, Charles Town, and Harpers Ferry. Families can join in the festive activities scheduled at venues such as