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Harpers Ferry Icons Banjoman and Wall Retire After Decades

Harpers Ferry Icons Banjoman and Wall Retire After Decades

Harpers Ferry Middle bids farewell to two long-time staffers The Journal | Monday, June 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Roy Banjoman and Charles Wall, long-time staff members at Harpers Ferry Middle School, retire after decades of dedicated service. Having graduated from Jefferson High School in 1982, both educators shaped the lives

Band of Horses to Perform at Hollywood Casino in Charles Town

Band of Horses to Perform at Hollywood Casino in Charles Town

Band of Horses riding into Hollywood Casino’s Event Center The Journal | Monday, June 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Band of Horses, the indie rock band formed in Seattle and now based in Charleston, SC, will perform at Hollywood Casino's Event Center in Charles Town on June 14.

Jefferson High’s Class of 2025 Celebrates College Bound Futures

Jefferson High’s Class of 2025 Celebrates College Bound Futures

Jefferson seniors ready for life’s next challenge The Journal | Sunday, June 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At the 53rd Commencement Ceremony held at Shepherd University, more than 350 graduates from Jefferson High School celebrated their achievements as they prepared for future endeavors. Principal Mary Beth Group and Superintendent Dr.

Washington High School Class of 2025 Celebrates Graduation

Washington High School Class of 2025 Celebrates Graduation

Washington Patriots Class of 2025 off to make their mark The Journal | Sunday, June 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During the graduation ceremony at Shepherd University, over 330 seniors from Washington High School celebrated the Class of 2025, reflecting on their achievements and aspirations. Class President Brenden Owen encouraged his

Shenandoah Junction Celebrates The Amp's Summer Concert Series

Shenandoah Junction Celebrates The Amp's Summer Concert Series

Lopez kicks off The Amp’s summer season following Phase II ribbon-cutting The Journal | Sunday, June 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Amp in Shenandoah Junction celebrated the completion of its Phase II construction with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local dignitaries, including Jefferson County Parks board members and representatives

Local Voices Weigh In on PBS Funding and Political Issues

Journal Junction for June 2 The Journal | Sunday, June 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In the latest edition of The Journal, various local opinions express concerns about political issues and community services. A Martinsburg resident criticizes PBS for left-leaning content funded by taxpayers, while others from Charles Town question the

Emergency Responses Across Berkeley and Jefferson Counties

Fire and EMS for June 2 The Journal | Sunday, June 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On May 30 and 31, emergency services in Berkeley and Jefferson counties responded to a range of incidents, from psychiatric emergencies on streets like Charles Town Rd and Ephesians Ct to traffic accidents on Interstate