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Exciting Summer Activities at Sam Michaels Park and The Amp

Exciting Summer Activities at Sam Michaels Park and The Amp

There is always something to do in Jefferson County The Journal | Sunday, May 25, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal highlights the diverse summer activities offered by Jefferson County Parks and Recreation, including camps, concerts, and community classes tailored for all ages. Community Development Manager Becki Zaglifa emphasized the range

Charles Town Veteran Alvin Mills Reflects on Vietnam Service

Charles Town Veteran Alvin Mills Reflects on Vietnam Service

Mills served proudly in Vietnam, faced no negativity upon return The Journal | Friday, May 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Alvin Mills, a Charles Town native and 1969 high school graduate, reflects on his service in Vietnam as the last Jefferson County draftee. Trained as an engineer specializing in heavy equipment,

Free CPR and First-Aid Classes Offered in Ranson

Free CPR and First-Aid Classes Offered in Ranson

Lifesaving classes available for all The Journal | Friday, May 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that the Jefferson County Emergency Services Agency offers free CPR and first-aid classes to individuals seeking training in Ranson. With a consistent schedule established over the years, classes take place every second Tuesday,

Revitalization of Historic Stephenson Building in Charles Town

Revitalization of Historic Stephenson Building in Charles Town

Maintaining history: The Stephenson Building reborn The Journal | Wednesday, May 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on the revitalization of the historic Stephenson Building in Charles Town, originally a female seminary and later an inn. Abandoned for decades, the building was transformed into nine modern apartments through the

Ranson Police Officers Face Retirement System Deadline

Ranson Police Officers Face Retirement System Deadline

Ranson faced with retirement option deadline The Journal | Wednesday, May 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Ranson is facing a pressing deadline regarding the retirement options for its police officers, as over six have left recently due to inadequate retirement benefits. For the past two years, officers have been urging the

Ranson City Council Faces Pressure to Support Police Retirement Plan

Ranson: Now is the time The Journal | Wednesday, May 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal highlights concerns over the Ranson City Council's delays in adopting a retirement plan for its police officers, emphasizing the potential $5 million cost and the strain on local law enforcement. With six

Charles Town Council Mobilizes Against Power Line Projects

Charles Town Council Mobilizes Against Power Line Projects

Charles Town City Council asked to prepare to intervene in transmission path The Journal | Tuesday, May 20, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent meeting, the Charles Town City Council was urged by Summit Point resident Mary Gee to oppose three proposed transmission line projects running through the area. These