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Boosting Infrastructure for Rising Tourism in Harpers Ferry and Beyond

Infrastructure needs a boost The Journal | Sunday, June 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal highlights the increasing tourism in towns like Harpers Ferry, Shepherdstown, and Berkeley Springs during the summer, attributed to their historical significance and natural beauty. However, with the surge of visitors, the region faces challenges in

Independence Day Fireworks Postponed in Shenandoah Junction

Independence Day Fireworks Postponed in Shenandoah Junction

Jefferson postpones fireworks; Berkeley show held after storms The Journal | Saturday, June 28, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In response to severe thunderstorms, Jefferson County Parks and Recreation has rescheduled the Independence Day fireworks at Sam Michaels Park to Sunday at 9:15 p.m. Initially, attendees were asked to shelter

Keith Lowry Announces Departure from JCCM Leadership in Charles Town

Keith Lowry Announces Departure from JCCM Leadership in Charles Town

Lowry to step down at Community Ministries The Journal | Tuesday, June 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Keith Lowry, who has led Jefferson County Community Ministries (JCCM) in Charles Town since 2021, will step down this fall. His tenure was marked by significant enhancements to agency services and an expanded board

Community Ministries in Charles Town Celebrates 42 Years of Service

Community Ministries in Charles Town Celebrates 42 Years of Service

Jefferson’s Community Ministries marks 42 years The Journal | Tuesday, June 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway For 42 years, Jefferson County Community Ministries in Charles Town has provided vital support services, including food, housing, and job assistance, to community members in need. Executive Director Keith Lowry reported a surge in

New Training Facility Opens in Harpers Ferry for CBP

New Training Facility Opens in Harpers Ferry for CBP

Customs & Border Patrol welcomes Homeland Secretary Noem to ribbon-cutting ceremony The Journal | Monday, June 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on the recent ribbon-cutting ceremony for Monarch Hall at the Customs and Border Protection campus in Harpers Ferry, where dignitaries, including Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and

Charles Town's Bark in the Park Thrills Dogs and Owners

Charles Town's Bark in the Park Thrills Dogs and Owners

Rescheduled Bark in the Park a resounding success The Journal | Sunday, June 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reported on the successful rescheduling of the Bark in the Park event at Jefferson Memorial Park in Charles Town, which originally faced cancellation due to rain on June 8. On the

Charles Town Celebrates Juneteenth with Annual Community Event

Charles Town Celebrates Juneteenth with Annual Community Event

Charles Town gathering held in honor of Juneteenth The Journal | Sunday, June 22, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Evitts Run Park in Charles Town hosted the annual Juneteenth celebration organized by the local NAACP, marking the event's 25th anniversary amidst the absence of longtime leader George Rutherford. More than