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Middletown Incident Leads to Police Pursuit in Ranson Area

Middletown Incident Leads to Police Pursuit in Ranson Area

Virginia carjacking pursuit ends in Jefferson County The Journal | Wednesday, October 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In Ranson, an investigation into a stolen cellphone in Middletown escalated when the suspect, identified as 41-year-old Juan Vashaun Payne from Martinsburg, fled the scene, injuring the Middletown Police Chief Gary Benedict in the

Middleway Hosts Community Day for Fire Safety Awareness

Middleway Hosts Community Day for Fire Safety Awareness

Community Day celebrates Fire Safety Week The Journal | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In celebration of Fire Safety Week, the Middleway Fire Department organized a Community Day, showcasing the skills of local firefighters and emergency responders. Attendees from towns like Charles Town and Ranson gathered to witness demonstrations,

Charles Town's 2025 Art Heist Expands Interactive Offerings

Charles Town's 2025 Art Heist Expands Interactive Offerings

Art Heist returns to Charles Town with expanded offerings The Journal | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Art enthusiasts are set to gather at Happy Retreat in Charles Town for the 2025 Art Heist, a signature community event organized by the Jefferson Arts Council and the Firehouse Gallery. Scheduled

Exploring the Pioneer Lives of Leora and Lynn Tusing

Exploring the Pioneer Lives of Leora and Lynn Tusing

Lost River Educational Foundation hosts speakers The Journal | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Lost River Educational Foundation recently hosted a presentation by Gary Smucker and Kathy Sholl at the Lost River Yoga Barn, discussing the pioneering lives of sisters Leora and Lynn Tusing, who thrived on their

Funtopia Indoor Playground Opens in Downtown Charles Town

Funtopia Indoor Playground Opens in Downtown Charles Town

Funtopia opens in Charles Town with ribbon cutting celebration The Journal | Monday, October 6, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Funtopia, a new indoor playground for children aged 0 to 10, has officially opened in downtown Charles Town, marking a milestone for the local community's family entertainment options. Owners Nathan

Residential Fire in Harpers Ferry Claims Two Lives

State Police report fatalities at Jefferson County residential fire location The Journal | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Tuesday, two deceased individuals were discovered in a residential fire at 21 Blackberry Lane in Harpers Ferry. The West Virginia State Police responded to the scene around 9:03 a.

Shepherdstown's Brown’s Tire Joins National Breast Cancer Campaign

Shepherdstown's Brown’s Tire Joins National Breast Cancer Campaign

Brown’s Tire revving up the fight against breast cancer The Journal | Tuesday, September 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Brown’s Tire, Towing & Auto Center in Shepherdstown is actively participating in the Brakes for Breasts campaign this October, which supports breast cancer research at the Cleveland Clinic. This initiative